Jammu: In a major clean-up drive, authorities have cancelled over 2,600 ration cards across Jammu and Kashmir, removing beneficiaries deemed ineligible under the public distribution system.
Official figures reveal that Jammu district recorded the highest number of cancellations, with 580 ration cards deleted, the most in the entire division.
Why It Matters
This move has a direct impact on household expenses, especially for families dependent on subsidized food grains. Many beneficiaries may remain unaware of the cancellation until they visit ration depots, potentially leaving them without access to essential supplies.
Officials say the drive aims to ensure that only genuine and eligible beneficiaries receive government support, while eliminating duplication and misuse of the system.
However, the development has raised concerns, as sudden deletions without prior notice could affect vulnerable families. Authorities are expected to provide a mechanism for affected individuals to verify their status and seek re-inclusion if eligible.
Further details on the verification and appeal process are awaited.
Jammu Tops in Ration Card Cancellations as Over 2,600 Cards Deleted Across J&K
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