Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana
The scheme aims to ensure food security for the poor. Through this scheme, free foodgrains are provided to eligible ration card holders under the National Food Security Act, 2013.
At a glance
| Level | Central government |
|---|---|
| Issued by | Ministry Of Finance |
| States and UTs | All India |
| Areas | |
| Scheme for | Families |
| Tags | Ration, Anna, Wheat, Rice, Food Grains |
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