State Govt to Revise Ration Card Income Limits Amid Inflation; Thousands More to Benefit

• State government initiating changes to financial criteria for Priority Household Scheme ration cards due to rising inflation.
• Current income limits (Rs 59,000 urban, Rs 44,000 rural) are outdated, excluding many needy families from food grain benefits.
• District Supply Officers instructed to gather recommendations from Tehsildars on revised income criteria, based on local socio-economic conditions.
• New criteria expected to include thousands of additional families, addressing increased living costs like rent, education, and health.
• The 'Give It Up' campaign for voluntary surrender of benefits failed, highlighting the urgent need for revised eligibility.