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Source: The post is based on the article “Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY)” published in “Economic Times” on 8th November 2023
Why in the News?
Prime Minister has announced that Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY) will be extended for another five years i.e till December,2028.
What is Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY)?
| Specifications | Details |
| Launched in | 2020 |
| Purpose | Under the scheme, 5 kg of food grain per person per month is provided free of cost. This assistance is in addition to the subsidized ration provided under the National Food Security Act (NFSA). |
| Beneficiaries | All the beneficiaries covered under the National Food Security Act (NFSA) [Antodaya Anna Yojana & Priority Households] including those covered under Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). |
| Operated by | Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution |
| Integration of PMGKAY and NFSA | (1) In January 2023, the government approved the integration of PM-GKAY benefits with the provisions of the NFSA Act. (2) This integration will streamline the delivery of free food grains. (3) It also ensures that families falling under the Antyodaya Anna Yojana(AAY) and priority households (PHH) categories receive free food grains according to their entitlement under NFSA. |
UPSC Syllabus: Indian Economy/Schemes and Programs
