Just as Aadhaar card is essential for everyone, ration card is still essential for a large section of the country’s people. A large section of the country’s people are still unable to afford two handfuls of food twice a day. Ration is given to them under the National Food Security Scheme of the central government. Essential food items like rice, pulses, wheat etc. are available at low prices. Now the center has given a big update on ration cards.
Many customers have recently faced problems with ration cards. Many are not getting ration. Now the central government has also informed that this work must be done quickly on the ration card, otherwise the ration benefits will be stopped. And ration will not be available. If you also have a ration card, then do this work quickly.
What is this work? This time the central government is getting strict with ration cards. The rules are being tightened a lot. According to the new guidelines, KYC has been made mandatory to keep the ration card active. Those who do not get e-KYC done will not get ration.
The government has said that updating e-KYC is important to ensure ration benefits reach the right people. Without KYC, fraud can happen. The update aims to prevent fraud.
How to Update e-KYC Offline
Ration card holders must visit the nearest ration dealer or public service center with their Aadhaar card and ration card. There, officials will verify your biometrics using your Aadhaar.
How to Update e-KYC Online
In some states, you can update KYC online. Log in to the official portal using your mobile or computer and verify using the OTP sent to your Aadhaar number and registered mobile number.
Important Note
If your biometrics or fingerprints do not work, you must visit the offline center to update your Aadhaar KYC. You will receive ration benefits only after updating your KYC.