The “Free Supply of Rice to the Poor People” scheme is implemented by the Department of Women & Child Development, Government of Pondicherry. The primary goal of this initiative is to provide 10 kg of free rice to eligible beneficiaries through fair-price shops during natural calamities and on two significant festive occasions each year. Beneficiaries are identified using data from the Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Department in Puducherry, facilitated by cross-referencing through UDH.
Benefits
- Free Rice Supply:
- 10 kg of rice provided free of cost.
- Timing of Distribution:
- Distribution occurs during natural calamities.
- Additionally, rice is supplied on two important festive occasions every year.
Eligibility
- Citizenship:
- The applicant must be a citizen of India.
- Residency:
- The applicant should be a native of the Union Territory of Pondicherry by birth or have maintained continuous residence for at least 5 years.
- Economic Status:
- The applicant must belong to the ‘Below Poverty Line’ (BPL) category.
- Exclusions:
- Fishermen are not eligible under this scheme.
Application Process
- No Separate Application:
- Beneficiaries are automatically identified based on data from the Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Department in Puducherry using the UDH cross-referencing functionality.
- The rice supply is made to holders of a red ration card who have registered with the area Anganwadi.
Documents Required
- BPL Ration Card:
- Issued by the Civil Supplies Department, Pondicherry.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Which document is required for eligibility?
A BPL Ration Card issued by the Civil Supplies Department, Pondicherry, is required. -
Are there any specific occasions for the distribution of free rice?
Yes, free rice is distributed during natural calamities and on two important festive occasions each year. -
How is the distribution managed during natural calamities?
The scheme ensures timely supply of 10 kg of free rice through fair-price shops during natural calamities. -
How can individuals contact authorities or track the scheme?
Details for contact, tracking application status, and grievance redressal are available on the official website, along with office locations. -
Who is excluded from eligibility?
Fishermen are excluded from this scheme. -
What are the residency requirements?
Applicants must be native to Pondicherry or have a continuous residence of not less than 5 years. -
Who manages the beneficiary identification?
The Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Department, using UDH’s cross-referencing functionality, is responsible for beneficiary identification.