Khadya Suraksha Yojana
Food and Civil Supplies Department
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Important milestones for this scheme. Use official links to verify before you apply.
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scheme launch |
Overview
The scheme "Rashtriya Khadya Suraksha Yojana" aims to ensure that every person in Rajasthan has access to an adequate quantity of food at affordable prices.
Details
The "Rashtriya Khadya Suraksha Yojana" started on 02-10-2013 by the Food and Civil Supplies Department of Rajasthan. This scheme aim is to provide adequate quality food grains at reasonable prices to the people so that they can lead a dignified life. The Act provides for coverage of 75% of the rural population and 50% of the urban population to receive subsidized food grains under the Targeted Public Distribution System TPDS which covers about two-thirds of the population.
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Benefits
• Antyodaya families are provided with 35 kg of wheat per family.
• Other eligible beneficiaries receive 5 kg of wheat per unit per month.
• Ration card holders categorized under Antyodaya and Below Poverty Line (BPL) in the state are entitled to wheat at a subsidized rate of ₹1 per kg.
• Other eligible families categorized as Priority Household receive food security at ₹2 per kg per month.
Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a native of Rajasthan.
2. The applicant should be of Antyodaya/ BPL families/Annapurna.
3. The applicant should have a ration card.
Application Process
Step 1: Step-1: The applicant need to Downloads the document and get the application form from page no. 4.
Step-2: Carefully read any instructions or guidelines provided.
Step-3: Collect all the information and documents.
- Ration Card.
- Aadhaar Card.
- …
Offline
Step-1: The applicant need to Downloads the document and get the application form from page no. 4.
Step-2: Carefully read any instructions or guidelines provided.
Step-3: Collect all the information and documents.
- Ration Card.
- Aadhaar Card.
- Bhamashah Card.
- Cast Certificate
- BPL Card (If applicable).
- Affidavit (available in form page no. 6).
Step-5: Make a copy of the completed form for your records before submitting it. This will serve as a reference in case you need to refer back to the information provided.
Step-6: Submit the form to the concerned Appellate Officer (Sub Division/District Logistics Officer) .
Step-7: The Appellate Officer will thoroughly scrutinize the application. If complete and correct, the applicant's name will be added to the food security list. However, if doubts arise regarding the presented documents, the officer will only proceed after clarification.
Step-8: The Appellate Officer will issue an appeal order with a computer-generated digitized signature, automatically updating the applicant's name in the online food security list.
Step-9: The responsibility of the Appellate Officers is limited to verifying the completeness of the application and attached certificates. If any applicant is found to have provided false information to gain inclusion in the food security list, their name will be canceled, and legal action will be taken.
Required Documents
• Ration Card.
• Aadhaar Card.
• Bhamashah Card.
• Cast Certificate
• BPL Card (If applicable).
• Affidavit (available in the document page no. 6).
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the objective of the Rashtriya Khadya Suraksha Yojana?
A: The scheme aims to provide **adequate quality food grains** at affordable rates to the **economically weaker sections of Rajasthan** to ensure a dignified standard of living.
Q: Who are the primary beneficiaries of this scheme?
A: The scheme covers:
- **Antyodaya families**
- **Below Poverty Line (BPL)** families- **Priority Household members** under the Targeted Public Distribution System (TPDS)
Q: What food grain quantity and price are offered under this scheme?
A: - **Antyodaya families:** 35 kg wheat per family at ₹1/kg- **BPL and Priority households:** 5 kg wheat per unit per month at ₹2/kg
Q: What is the coverage of this scheme in Rajasthan?
A: It covers **75% of the rural population** and **50% of the urban population**, targeting nearly two-thirds of the state’s total residents.
Q: Who is eligible to apply under the scheme?
A: Applicants must:
- Be **natives of Rajasthan**- Belong to **Antyodaya, BPL, or Priority Household** categories- Possess a valid **ration card**
Q: What documents are required to apply?
A: - Ration Card
- Aadhaar Card
- Bhamashah Card
- Caste Certificate
- BPL Card (if applicable)
- Affidavit (available on page 6 of the application form)
Q: How can one apply for the scheme?
A: The application process is **offline**. Applicants must:
- Download and fill the form
- Attach required documents
- Submit to the **Sub Division/District Logistics Officer**- Await verification and inclusion in the food security list
Q: What is the role of the Appellate Officer?
A: **The Appellate Officer:**
- Verifies submitted forms
- Approves or rejects based on document authenticity
- Updates the food security list online using a **digitized signature**
Q: Where can the application form be obtained?
A: Applicants can **download the form** from the official document (**refer to page no. 4**) or collect it from the concerned local office.
Q: What happens in case of false information in the application?
A: If any applicant is found submitting **false or misleading information**, their name will be **removed from the list**, and **legal action** will be taken.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant should be a native of Rajasthan.
The applicant should be of Antyodaya/ BPL families/Annapurna.
The applicant should have a ration card.
Benefits
Antyodaya families are provided with 35 kg of wheat per family.
Other eligible beneficiaries receive 5 kg of wheat per unit per month.
Ration card holders categorized under Antyodaya and Below Poverty Line (BPL) in the state are entitled to wheat at a subsidized rate of ₹1 per kg.
Other eligible families categorized as Priority Household receive food security at ₹2 per kg per month.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Ration Card. |
| 2 | Aadhaar Card. |
| 3 | Bhamashah Card. |
| 4 | Cast Certificate |
| 5 | BPL Card (If applicable). |
| 6 | Affidavit (available in the document page no. 6). |
How to Apply
Step-1: The applicant need to Downloads the document and get the application form from page no. 4. Step-2: Carefully read any instructions or guidelines provided. Step-3: Collect all the information and documents. - Ration Card. - Aadhaar Card. - …
Offline Step-1: The applicant need to Downloads the document and get the application form from page no. 4. Step-2: Carefully read any instructions or guidelines provided. Step-3: Collect all the information and documents. - Ration Card. - Aadhaar Card. - Bhamashah Card. - Cast Certificate - BPL Card (If applicable). - Affidavit (available in form page no. 6). Step-5: Make a copy of the completed form for your records before submitting it. This will serve as a reference in case you need to refer back to the information provided. Step-6: Submit the form to the concerned Appellate Officer (Sub Division/District Logistics Officer) . Step-7: The Appellate Officer will thoroughly scrutinize the application. If complete and correct, the applicant's name will be added to the food security list. However, if doubts arise regarding the presented documents, the officer will only proceed after clarification. Step-8: The Appellate Officer will issue an appeal order with a computer-generated digitized signature, automatically updating the applicant's name in the online food security list. Step-9: The responsibility of the Appellate Officers is limited to verifying the completeness of the application and attached certificates. If any applicant is found to have provided false information to gain inclusion in the food security list, their name will be canceled, and legal action will be taken.
Frequently Asked Questions
The scheme aims to provide **adequate quality food grains** at affordable rates to the **economically weaker sections of Rajasthan** to ensure a dignified standard of living.