PMGKAY Scheme: Many types of schemes are run by the central government and state governments for the poor people of the country. Similarly, during the Corona period, when people were forced to hide in their homes. There was silence on the roads. Even the wheels of the train had stopped.
At that time, the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kanya Anna Yojana was started by the central government for the poor. This scheme is still going on. It has been extended till the year 2029. Under this scheme, every member of the eligible ration card gets 5 kg of wheat or rice.
Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana is one of the largest food security schemes in the world. More than 81 crore people are getting benefits through this scheme. Actually, under the National Food Security Act (NFSA), eligible families get 5 kg of free food grains (wheat/rice) per person per month. This scheme is run through government ration shops across the country.
How to avail the benefits of Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Yojana?
Under this scheme, beneficiaries get free food grains from government ration shops with the help of ration card . Only ration card is required for this. Some states have set additional eligibility criteria. Under this scheme, food items are given free to economically weaker people.
These documents will be required
It is necessary to have a ration card of AAY or PHH category. Along with this, Aadhar card is also necessary. If you want to take advantage of PMGKAY, then first check the status of your ration card. If you do not have a ration card, then immediately contact the Food and Civil Supplies Department of your state. For more information, visit the official website dfpd.gov.in or contact the local ration dealer.
According to media reports, during the Corona period, about 80 crore people were getting benefits under this scheme. At present, the number of beneficiaries has increased to about 81 crore. Overall, it means that since the scheme started, there has been a slight increase of about 1 crore. This scheme is still going on.