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Time of India
5 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
Smart ration cards to be distributed to 1.46 crore families from Aug 25 across AP
Vijayawada: Civil supplies minister Nadendla Manohar has announced that smart ration cards will be distributed to 1,45,97,486 families across the state from Aug 25 to 31. Speaking to the media here on Tuesday, the minister said the smart ration cards are designed with security, accountability and transparency in mind, resembling debit or credit cards. He stated that the cards were digitised following the vision of chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu and suggestions from deputy chief minister Pawan Kalyan. The smart cards include the family head's photo and the names of family members, without any images of political leaders. The cards are linked to a dynamic key register via QR codes, enabling transactions to be instantly recorded at the central office. The minister highlighted that the state achieved the top rank at the national level by completing KYC for 96.05% of ration cards. He said that 11,47,132 individuals aged below 5 years or above 80 years were exempt from KYC. He added that 15,32,758 applications received for addition or deletion of members out of 16,08,612 were resolved, with only 4.72% rejected. About 9,87,644 new names were added, taking the total number of beneficiaries under the PDS to 4,29,79,897. "About 2,68,23,200 will receive ration from the Centre while the state government will bear the burden for ration grants to 1,61,56,697," said Manohar. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Learn More - How Donating Sperm May Support Your Income SpellRock Undo Ration will be distributed at 26,796 ration shops across the state from the 1st to the 15th of each month, between 8 am to 12 noon and 4 pm to 8 pm. Ration goods have been delivered at doorsteps for individuals above 65 years and differently-abled pensioners. The minister said he would personally visit ASR district, where some issues in ration delivery have been found. -
The Hindu
5 hours ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
Smart ration cards to be given to 1.45 crore beneficiaries in A.P. from August 25
Andhra Pradesh Minister for Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Nadendla Manohar announced that smart ration cards will be distributed free of cost to 1.45 crore beneficiaries across the State from August 25 to 31. At a press conference at the Secretariat here on Tuesday, he said the distribution will take place through constituency-level events led by MLAs, district-level programmes by Ministers, and State-wide events under the leadership of the Chief Minister and the Deputy Chief Minister. Andhra Pradesh became the first State in India to complete 96.05% KYC for ration cards. About 11.47 lakh people, aged either under five years or above 80, are exempt from KYC. Out of over 16 lakh change requests in ration cards, more than 15 lakh have been approved, Mr. Manohar said. Nearly 9.87 lakh new members have been added, bringing the total beneficiary count to 4.29 crore. Of these, 2.68 crore will receive ration from the Centre and 1.61 crore from the State. The smart cards, similar to debit/credit cards, include the head of household's photo, member names, and are linked via dynamic QR codes for real-time tracking. From next month, ration shops will operate on a fixed schedule. Home delivery continues for the elderly and physically-challenged pensioners. The State has also successfully implemented the Deepam-2 LPG subsidy scheme, transferring over ₹1,500 crore directly into beneficiaries' accounts, the Minister said.
New Indian Express
6 days ago
- Business
- New Indian Express
Tenali will be a model in P4 implementation: AP Minister Nadendla Manohar
GUNTUR: Tenali will be a model constituency for poverty eradication under the newly launched P4 initiative, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Minister Nadendla Manohar announced on Wednesday. Speaking at the Tenali Vision Action Plan meeting at the Secretariat, Nadendla, who is also the Tenali MLA, revealed that 14,280 'Golden Families' have been identified in the region, with 238 donors pledging to support around 4,000 families. These families will receive assistance in employment, education, healthcare, agriculture, chronic illness support, and bank loans. The P4 programme aims to uplift 50 lakh families from poverty by 2029 as part of Vision 2047, he affirmed. A dedicated website: will soon be launched. The minister also called for participation from NRIs and non-resident Tenali citizens, encouraging them to join as mentors. An orientation event for volunteers will be held soon. 'This action plan is a roadmap to transform Tenali and replicate the model across the State to systematically eliminate poverty,' Nadendla said. Sub-Collector Sanjana Simha, Municipal Commissioner Lakshmipathi Rao, and others were present at the meeting.
Hans India
6 days ago
- Business
- Hans India
P4 action plan for Tenali division unveiled
Guntur: Minister for Civil Supplies Dr Nadendla Manohar said the Government of Andhra Pradesh has unveiled a comprehensive strategy titled 'P4-programme' to eliminate poverty. He unveiled the Tenali division P4 Action Plan at a programme held at the Secretariat on Wednesday. Speaking on the occasion, he announced that a dedicated website with full details of the initiative will soon be launched: He said that efforts are underway to engage NRIs and Tenali natives living in other regions, turning them into active partners in this mission. He said through their support, employment opportunities will be created for more women and youth. As part of India's Vision-2027, the coalition government aims to uplift 50-lakh families out of poverty by 2029 and added that this flagship initiative is a crucial step towards that goal. He emphasised that the P4 programme focuses on identifying and supporting economically backward communities and ensuring welfare and financial empowerment. He said the primary objective of P4 is to transform the poor families into 'Golden Families'. He said in the Tenali Assembly constituency alone, 14,280 families have already been identified as 'Golden Families.' Of these, 376 volunteers have come forward to support 3,289 individuals, providing mentorship and direct assistance. After data verification, these beneficiaries will receive help with livelihood opportunities, education, agriculture, bank loans, medical aid for chronic illness among others. He said a formal orientation session with these volunteer mentors will soon be conducted in Tenali. Tenali sub-collector Sanjana Simha, Tenali tahsildar Gopala Krishna, Kollipara tahsildar G Siddarth were among those who participated.
New Indian Express
18-07-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
AP minister urges rice millers to supply 10% broken rice under Centre's new procurement drive
VIJAYAWADA: Civil Supplies Minister Nadendla Manohar has called upon rice millers in the State to be prepared to supply custom milled rice (CMR) with 10% broken rice to the Centre as part of the Centre's new procurement initiative. At a meeting held at the Civil Supplies Bhavan in Kanuru, Vijayawada, he said the pilot project undertaken in East Godavari, West Godavari, Konaseema and Eluru districts was successful, with 10,000 metric tonnes of paddy procured in compliance with Central norms. The Centre plans to procure 50 lakh metric tonnes of paddy from five States, including Andhra Pradesh, Haryana, Punjab, Chhattisgarh, and Odisha. Manohar said AP has been given a clear target, and urged rice millers to submit proposals confirming their willingness to supply rice with exactly 10% broken content as per FCI specifications. Manohar advised millers to complete testing, packing, and transport arrangements in line with Central guidelines and meet the supply deadlines. Explaining the importance of adherence to norms, the Civil Supplies Minister said providing quality rice on time would enhance the image of 'Brand Andhra Pradesh' at the national level.
