Ration Card Update: If you are moving to a different city for work, a job, or any other reason, you do not need to obtain a new ration card. Under the government’s ‘One Nation One Ration Card’ (ONORC) scheme, eligible beneficiaries can avail themselves of ration benefits at their new location using their existing ration card. Cardholders are not required to apply for a new card; they can simply visit a nearby shop and collect their allocated ration using their current card.
No need for a new ration card?
The government’s ‘One Nation One Ration Card’ scheme allows beneficiaries to collect rations at a new location using their existing ration card. The Department of Food and Public Distribution has clarified on its social media platform, X, that ration cardholders do not need to get a new card issued. They can avail of ration distribution facilities in any part of the country using their existing card.
Check the slip when collecting rations?
When collecting rations, the shopkeeper provides the beneficiary with a slip. It is important to verify this slip after receiving the ration. You should carefully read the quantity of ration mentioned on the slip and verify it against the ration you actually received. If there is a discrepancy between the quantity recorded on the slip and the quantity received, do not ignore it. In such a situation, lodging a complaint is an option, and it will ensure that someone takes action regarding the issue.
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How to lodge a complaint?
Do not ignore any discrepancy between the slip and the quantity of ration received. You can register your complaint through the ‘Ann Sahayata’ mobile app or the concerned department’s portal. Additionally, you can lodge a complaint by calling the number 14457. Alternatively, you can also lodge a complaint via a WhatsApp message to the number 9868200445.
If you notice any discrepancy or irregularity between the slip and the quantity of ration received, do not ignore it. You can register your complaint through the ‘Anna Sahayata’ mobile app or the relevant department’s portal.
Is Aadhaar seeding mandatory for collecting rations?
Please note that if you are a ration card holder and intend to collect rations, your ration card must be linked to your Aadhaar card. If it is not linked, you cannot avail yourself of this government facility. Rations are issued only after biometric authentication via fingerprint or iris scan.
How to link your Aadhaar card?
Visit the official website of your state’s Public Distribution System (PDS) or the Department of Food and Civil Supplies.
Select the option to link your Aadhaar to your ration card on the home page.
Enter your ration card number, the name of the head of the family, and the Aadhaar card number.
An OTP will be sent to the mobile number registered with your Aadhaar.
Enter this OTP for verification.
Click ‘Submit’ to register the request; you will receive a confirmation message on your mobile after verification.
How to link offline?
If you face issues linking your Aadhaar online, you can also do so offline.
To achieve this, visit your nearest ration shop or the District Supply Officer’s (DSO) office.
Carry your ration card, copies of family members’ Aadhaar cards, a photograph of the head of the family, and a copy of your bank passbook.
Complete the biometric authentication process on the machine.
Once the process is complete, you will receive a message on your registered mobile number.