New Ration Card Holders in State to Get Government Scheme Benefits Soon
Currently, over 3.5 lakh ration cards have already been approved. Once all 7 lakh cards are distributed, around 30 lakh new beneficiaries are expected to be covered under government schemes.
Schemes to Be Offered:
Gruha Jyothi
Indiramma Indlu
Mahalakshmi
Cheyutha
And other ongoing welfare programs.
Special Drive Planned
A statewide special drive will be conducted. Officials will visit beneficiaries directly to:
Collect details
Link ration cards to schemes
Avoid the need for people to visit government offices
This effort ensures that those who missed out on benefits due to lack of ration cards can now be included under welfare programs.
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