In 2013, the Government of India implemented the National Food Security Act 2013. According to this Act, food ration material is made available to the families of economically weaker sections at a low price. This food material includes wheat, rice, coarse grains etc. Under this scheme, 5 kg of food material will be provided per person every month. To avail the benefits of this scheme, it is necessary for the beneficiaries to have a ration card, in case of losing the ration card, you will have to contact your ration dealer again for a new ration card.
The “Rashtriya Khadya Suraksha Yojana” started on 02-10-2013 by the Food and Civil Supplies Department of Rajasthan. This scheme aim is to provide adequate quality food grains at reasonable prices to the people so that they can lead a dignified life. The Act provides for coverage of 75% of the rural population and 50% of the urban population to receive subsidized food grains under the Targeted Public Distribution System (TPDS) which covers about two-thirds of the population.
Benefits
- Antyodaya families are provided with 35 kg of wheat per family.
- Other eligible beneficiaries receive 5 kg of wheat per unit per month.
- Ration card holders categorized under Antyodaya and Below Poverty Line (BPL) in the state are entitled to wheat at a subsidized rate of ₹1 per kg.
- Other eligible families categorized as Priority Household receive food security at ₹2 per kg per month.
Eligibility
- The applicant should be a native of Rajasthan.
- The applicant should be of Antyodaya/ BPL families/Annapurna.
- The applicant should have a ration card.
Documents Required
- Ration Card.
- Aadhaar Card.
- Bhamashah Card.
- Cast Certificate
- BPL Card (If applicable).
- Affidavit
Application Process
FAQs
Who is eligible for Khadya Suraksha Yojana?
- Low-income families, including those living below the poverty line (BPL).
- Senior citizens, women, children, and other marginalized groups.
- Families who do not have access to regular food or are facing food insecurity. Eligibility criteria may vary depending on the state or the implementing agency.
What are the benefits of Khadya Suraksha Yojana?
- Access to subsidized food grains like rice, wheat, and pulses.
- Nutritional support to underprivileged families.
- Help in combating hunger and malnutrition.
- Distribution of food through public distribution systems (PDS) or other government channels.