National Food Security Act, 2013 (NFSA)

The National Food Security Act, 2013 was initiated in the state on October 2, 2013. Under this scheme, Antyodaya families are provided with 35 kilograms of wheat per family and other eligible beneficiaries receive 5 kilograms per unit per month. Beneficiaries holding Antyodaya, BPL, and State BPL ration cards receive food security at the rate of ₹1 per kg, while other eligible families (PHH) receive it at ₹2 per kg per month.

• 35 kg of wheat per month for Antyodaya families
• 5 kg of wheat per month for other eligible families (PHH)
• Subsidized rates of ₹1/kg for Antyodaya and BPL cardholders
• Subsidized rates of ₹2/kg for other eligible families

Eligibility for food security is determined based on the inclusion criteria specified in the departmental notification dated September 27, 2018, which includes necessary documentation for both rural and urban areas.

Online

To apply for the National Food Security benefits, eligible beneficiaries can submit their names for inclusion in the food security lists through the appeal process as per departmental orders dated November 5, 2015, and September 29, 2017. Applications can be made online through e-Mitra or offline at the Sub-Divisional Officer and District Supply Office. Required documents include:

• Aadhar Card Copy
• Address Proof Copy
• Ration Card Copy

For more information, visit the Department website or the Beneficiary data portal.