Scheme 5: Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana

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What is Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana scheme?

The Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PM-GKAY) is a component of the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative aimed at distributing free food grains to migrants and impoverished individuals. Under this initiative, the government supplies 5kg of free food grains monthly to those in need, complementing the subsidized ration (priced at Rs 2-3 per kg) provided under the National Food Security Act (NFSA) to eligible families covered by the Public Distribution System (PDS). The quantity and type of food grains may vary.

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Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana

Monthly supply of 5kg of free food grains Monthly Household

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What are the benefits of Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana scheme?

Under the PM Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY), each family with a ration card receives 5 kg of food grains at no cost, in addition to the 5 kg of subsidized food grains already available through the Public Distribution System (PDS). Wheat has been distributed to six States/Union Territories, namely Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, Chandigarh, Delhi, and Gujarat, while rice has been allocated to the remaining States/Union Territories.

What is the eligibility criteria for accessing benefits from the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana?

What is the procedure to apply?

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What type of documents required for application?

Why do domestic workers often fail to receive the benefits of Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana?

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Created 20 November 2023 07:55:58 by Admin
Updated 4 November 2024 18:42:11 by Admin