Right now ration card is essential for everyone. Under the Digital India initiative, the government has been making successful efforts to make all types of data available online with the aim of improving public-related services, and the public directly benefits from this. In this context, the government has achieved success in providing ration cards in digital form.
Here, we are going to discuss digital ration cards, noting that under the “One Nation, One Ration Card” scheme, transparency and convenience in food security are ensured in the country.
What is a digital ration card?
A digital ration card is an electronic card that is a digital version of the traditional ration card. Downloading it makes it easier to obtain grains and other essential items under the Public Distribution System (PDS). It can be easily downloaded online or through the Mera Ration 2.0 app.
What is the Mera Ration 2.0 app?
The digital ration card is an electronic document that allows beneficiaries to receive subsidized food grains under the Public Distribution System (PDS). It can be easily downloaded online or through the Mera Ration 2.0 app.
This is a mobile app launched by the Government of India that provides ration cardholders easy access to PDS services. Through it, you can:
Download the digital ration card.
Update personal information.
Obtain information about your food grain rights.
Benefit from services such as adding or removing family members.
To download the app:
Android users: Download from Google Play Store.
iOS users: Download from Apple App Store.
Steps to download the digital ration card
Download the app: Install the Mera Ration 2.0 app on your smartphone.
Open the app: Open the app.
Enter details: Fill in your Aadhaar number and the captcha code displayed on the screen.
Verify: Click on the “Verify” button. An OTP will be sent to your registered mobile number.
Enter OTP: Enter the OTP and click on “Verify.”
Receive digital ration card: After verification, your digital ration card will be displayed on the screen. Download, print, or save it.
Benefits of the digital ration card
Convenient: Can be used anywhere, anytime.
Secure: No fear of losing a physical card.
Portable: Especially beneficial for migrants.
Transparency: With all records being digital, the possibility of fraud is reduced.
Efficiency: Improves the process of food distribution. …
