Program brief
| Form of support | In kind: goods or services, not cash |
|---|---|
| Meant for | Rural Families |
| Level | State, Jharkhand |
| Field | Social welfare & Empowerment |
| How to apply | Offline |
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Overview
The scheme "Distribution of Pulses" by the Department of Food, Public Distribution, and Consumer Affairs, Government of Jharkhand, aims to ensure food security by providing pulses at affordable rates to eligible households under NFSA and JSFSS.
The scheme "Distribution of Pulses" by the Department of Food, Public Distribution, and Consumer Affairs, Government of Jharkhand, aims to provide pulses at affordable rates to eligible households, ensuring nutritional support and food security. Under this scheme, pulses at subsidized rates are made available to beneficiaries holding AAY and PHH cards under NFSA and Green Cards under JSFSS.
Further facts from the listing
| Implementing agency | Directorate Of Food And Consumer Affairs |
|---|---|
| Scheme for | Individual |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
Benefits
- Subsidized pulses are provided to the households.
- The scheme supports food security by reducing the cost of essential pulses for low-income families.
- Benefits are delivered monthly through designated ration shops.
- Households holding AAY and PHH cards under NFSA and Green Cards under JSFSS are given Pulses.
Eligibility
- Age
- 18 to 80 years
- Residence
- Rural
- State
- Jharkhand
- The applicant should be a resident of Jharkhand.
- The applicant should hold an Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) or Priority Household (PHH) card under NFSA or a Green Card under JSFSS.
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Application steps
Offline
- Visit the nearest ration shop or designated enrollment center with the required documents.
- If Aadhaar is not available, apply for Aadhaar enrollment at an authorized center.
- Submit the Aadhaar number or Aadhaar Enrolment Identification Slip during registration.
- Verify the eligibility and documents with the designated officer.
- Collect the pulses from the distribution center as per the monthly schedule.
Questions and answers
Who is eligible for this scheme?
Households with AAY or PHH cards under NFSA and Green Cards under JSFSS are eligible.
What documents are needed to apply?
Aadhaar Card, Ration Card, and other identity documents mentioned above.
Can I apply if I don't have an Aadhaar Card?
Yes, you can apply by submitting an Aadhaar Enrollment Identification Slip.
Where can I collect the pulses?
Pulses can be collected from designated ration shops.
What is the frequency of benefit distribution?
Benefits are distributed monthly.
What should I do if Aadhaar authentication fails?
Use alternative mechanisms like iris scan, face authentication, or OTP-based verification.
Is there a fee for Aadhaar enrollment?
No, Aadhaar enrollment is free of cost.
What happens if I miss a distribution date?
Contact the local ration shop for guidance on missed distribution.
Are pulses provided free of cost?
No, they are provided at subsidized rates.
Can I avail benefits in other states?
No, the scheme is specific to Jharkhand.
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