There is big news for those that use identity card. Actually, the Department of Food and Public Distribution has taken a giant decision. The department is making changes within the standard for the eligible people taking ration from government ration shops. The format for changing the quality is nearly finalized. Several rounds of meetings have also been held with the states during this regard.
According to the Department of Food and Public Distribution, at the moment 80 crore people across the country are taking advantage of the National Food Security Act (NFSA). There are many of us among them who are financially prosperous. Keeping this in mind, the Ministry of Public Distribution goes to form changes within the standards.
Why are changes happening
In this regard, Secretary, Food and Public Distribution Department, said that for the last six months, a gathering is being held with the states regarding the change within the standards. Incorporating the suggestions given by the states, new standards are being prepared for the characters. These standards are finalized this month. After the implementation of the new standard, only eligible persons will get the benefit, ineligible people won't be ready to get the benefit. this variation is being made keeping in mind the needy.
One Nation, One identity card Scheme
According to the Department of Food and Public Distribution, till now the ‘One Nation, One identity card (ONORC) scheme’ has been implemented in 32 states and UTs till December 2020. About 69 crore beneficiaries i.e. 86 percent of the population coming under NFSA are taking advantage of this scheme. each month about 1.5 crore people are taking benefits by moving from one place to a different.