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Salt Distribution Scheme Jharkhand

The Salt Distribution Scheme in Jharkhand provides subsidized salt at ₹1 per kilogram to eligible residents holding Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) cards, Priority Household (PHH) cards under the National Food Security Act, or Green Cards under the Jharkhand State Food Security Scheme. This initiative, managed by the Department of Food, Public Distribution and Consumer Affairs, aims to enhance food security and affordability for economically disadvantaged households by distributing salt monthly through designated fair price shops.

State In Kind

States / UT: Jharkhand

Nodal department: Food, Public Distribution and Consumer affairs Department

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Categories: Social welfare & Empowerment

Sub-categories: Food Security / Public Distribution System

Target beneficiaries: Individual

Tags: Subsidized Rate, Salt, JSFSS, NFSA

Details

The "Salt Distribution Scheme" by the Department of Food, Public Distribution and Consumer Affairs, Government of Jharkhand, aims to provide subsidized salt to beneficiaries, ensuring affordability and nutrition intake for economically weaker sections. Under this scheme, salt is distributed at ₹1 per kilogram to Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) cardholders, Priority Household (PHH) cardholders under the National Food Security Act (NFSA), and Green Cardholders under the Jharkhand State Food Security Scheme (JSFSS).

Benefits

  • - Subsidized salt is provided at ₹1/- per kilogram. Note: 1. Benefits extended to AAY and PHH cardholders under NFSA and Green Cardholders under JSFSS. 1. Distributed monthly through designated fair price shops
  • Subsidized salt is provided at ₹1/- per kilogram.

Note:

  1. Benefits extended to AAY and PHH cardholders under NFSA and Green Cardholders under JSFSS.
  2. Distributed monthly through designated fair price shops.

Eligibility

  • The applicant must be a resident of Jharkhand.
  • The applicant must hold an Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) card, a Priority Household (PHH) card under the National Food Security Act, 2013, or a Green Card under the Jharkhand State Food Security Scheme.
  • Preference is given to economically disadvantaged households.

Application Process

Offline

  1. Visit the nearest ration shop or designated enrollment center with the required documents.
  2. If Aadhaar is not available, apply for Aadhaar enrollment at an authorized center.
  3. Submit the Aadhaar number or Aadhaar Enrolment Identification Slip during registration.
  4. Verify the eligibility and documents with the designated officer.
  5. Collect the salt from the distribution center as per the monthly schedule.

Clarifications

Additional points from the scheme information published on myScheme (not legal advice).

How can beneficiaries avail the subsidized salt under this scheme?
Beneficiaries must present their AAY, PHH, or Green Card at designated fair price shops, where salt is distributed monthly at ₹1 per kilogram.
What documents are needed to apply if I don’t have Aadhaar?
You can submit an Aadhaar Enrollment Identification Slip along with any of the following: Bank Passbook, PAN Card, Passport, Ration Card, Voter ID, or Driving License.
Are Aadhaar enrollment facilities available under the scheme?
Yes, Aadhaar enrollment facilities are arranged by the Department through Implementing Agencies where no enrollment centers exist.
What happens if Aadhaar authentication fails due to poor biometrics?
In such cases, iris scan, face authentication, or OTP-based authentication methods will be used to verify the beneficiary.
Can I apply for the scheme if I don’t hold a Green Card?
No, only AAY, PHH, or Green Cardholders are eligible to apply.
Is there any deadline for applying under the scheme?
No specific deadline is mentioned. Beneficiaries can register anytime if they meet the eligibility criteria.
Can I apply online for this scheme?
The scheme operates through offline registration at fair price shops or designated centers.
What is the grievance redressal process under this scheme?
For grievances, beneficiaries can approach the department or contact the fair price shop or center where they are registered.
What if I move to a different state?
This scheme is limited to residents of Jharkhand and cannot be availed outside the state.
Is there a limit on the quantity of salt provided?
Yes, the quantity is determined as per the scheme guidelines and distributed monthly.

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