Jamshedpur DC directs timely foodgrain distribution, removal of ineligible ration cards

Jamshedpur: Deputy Commissioner Karn Satyarthi chaired a comprehensive review meeting of the District Supply Department at the Collectorate Auditorium on Wednesday. The meeting focused on the progress of departmental schemes and the foodgrain distribution system under various state and central schemes.

During the session, the Deputy Commissioner issued clear instructions to identify and remove ineligible ration card holders while ensuring that all eligible beneficiaries are promptly covered under the National Food Security Act (NFSA) and the Jharkhand Food Security Scheme.

The meeting included a detailed review of several ongoing initiatives, including the paddy procurement process, ration distribution for June-July 2025, eKYC progress, and pending complaints on the PMGS portal.

As per the report presented by the District Supply Officer, a total of 7,01,991 quintals of paddy was procured from 6,015 registered farmers during the 2024-25 Kharif marketing season. The first installment has been disbursed to all, while the second installment is pending for 1,448 farmers, for whom the DC set a three-day deadline for payment clearance.

In reviewing foodgrain distribution under the NFSA,  Satyarthi directed officials to complete the June-July distribution by June 15 and initiate August’s distribution from June 16 to 30. He emphasized timely delivery, resolution of pending issues, and accurate updating of ration cards.

The DC also focused on complaints received on the PMGS portal, instructing officials to raise the 99.6% disposal rate to a full 100%. Under the Dakia Yojana, 4,967 out of 5,131 eligible families have received ration deliveries, and the remaining 164 families are to be covered soon.

The meeting also addressed the distribution of gram dal, sugar, and salt, with the Deputy Commissioner urging officials to meet 100% targets. In addition, he instructed a widespread publicity campaign to encourage eKYC completion among ration card holders.

Special Distribution Officer Rahul Anand, District Supply Officer Salman Zafar Khijri, along with all Marketing Officers, Block Supply Officers, and other departmental staff were present at the meeting.