Ration Card Kerosene: Good news for Ration Card holders. In light of the gas cylinder shortage in Chhattisgarh, there’s some positive news for the residents of the state. Ration card holders will now also be eligible to receive kerosene. The allocation for kerosene for April 2026 has been announced under the Public Distribution System (PDS). The Department of Food, Civil Supplies, and Consumer Protection has designated 528 kilolitres of kerosene for ration card holders from the first quarter (April-June) allocation received from the central government.
To facilitate this, the state government has directed all collectors to ensure the timely lifting and distribution of kerosene. They are also tasked with informing beneficiaries about their eligibility through local publicity efforts. In fair price shops where kerosene demand is low, any remaining stock will be redistributed to shops that require it.
This approach will guarantee that there is no kerosene shortage in any area and that all eligible beneficiaries receive the necessary amount. The kerosene allocated for April must be collected by April 30, 2026. Additionally, oil company officials have been instructed to report any lapsed quotas to the department by April 30.
To facilitate this, the state government has directed all collectors to ensure the timely lifting and distribution of kerosene. They are also tasked with informing beneficiaries about their eligibility through local publicity efforts. In fair price shops where kerosene demand is low, any remaining stock will be redistributed to shops that require it.
This approach will guarantee that there is no kerosene shortage in any area and that all eligible beneficiaries receive the necessary amount. The kerosene allocated for April must be collected by April 30, 2026. Additionally, oil company officials have been instructed to report any lapsed quotas to the department by April 30.
How much kerosene will be available?
This kerosene will be distributed through fair price shops. All ration card holders in the Antyodaya and priority categories will benefit from it. A maximum of one liter of kerosene will be available per ration card in urban areas and a maximum of two liters in rural areas (scheduled and non-scheduled).
