Eligibility criteria and target group
The scheme is designed as a safety net for vulnerable senior citizens without family support.
Specific eligibility requirements include:
- Applicant must be at least 65 years of age.
- Applicant must be destitute, having little or no regular means of subsistence.
- Must not be receiving an old-age pension under NOAPS or any state government pension scheme.
- Must be a permanent resident of the local panchayat or municipal ward.
Entitlement and distribution channel
Beneficiaries receive monthly foodgrain support without payment through the public distribution network.
Distribution framework includes:
- Entitlement of 10 kilograms of free foodgrains (wheat or rice) per month per beneficiary.
- Distribution handled through local Fair Price Shops under the Targeted Public Distribution System (TPDS).
- Issuance of distinct Annapurna ration cards to registered beneficiaries.
- Biometric or designated nominee authentication to facilitate doorstep access for infirm elderly.
Identification and verification process
Identification of eligible beneficiaries is conducted by Gram Panchayats and municipal ward committees through local surveys. Verified lists are approved by the district social welfare authority, after which food and civil supplies departments issue the requisite ration entitlements.
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Common questions
How much foodgrain is provided under Annapurna Yojana?
Eligible beneficiaries receive 10 kilograms of free foodgrains per month through the Public Distribution System.
Can a person receiving an old-age pension get Annapurna Yojana?
No, the scheme is exclusively meant for destitute senior citizens who are not receiving any pension under NOAPS or state pension schemes.
What is the minimum age required for Annapurna Yojana?
Applicants must be at least 65 years of age and destitute without regular livelihood means.
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