Ration Card: Under the ration card, the central government gives many types of facilities to the people. Although most cardholders are not aware of this.
If you have a ration card, then today we are going to tell you what facilities you can avail through this card.
Free ration is available under ration card
During the Corona crisis, it was decided by the central government to give free wheat, rice to the poor people. The Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY) was announced in March 2020 during the Corona crisis.
Initially the PMGKAY scheme was launched for the period April-June 2020, but later it was extended till November 30 which was further extended till March 31, 2022.
Other facilities available under ration card
- Ration card can be used as address proof.
- It can also be used as an identity card.
- This card can also be used for taking bank and gas connections.
How to apply for ration card
- Go to the official website of the state you live in
- If you are a resident of UP, then you have to go to https://fcs.up.gov.in/FoodPortal.aspx.
- Here Click on Download Form, Click on Ration Card Application Form
- Aadhar Card, Voter ID, Passport, Health Card, Driving License can be given as ID proof.
- Ration card application fee ranges from Rs 5 to Rs 45.
- After filling the application, pay the fee and submit the application
- After the field verification, your ration card will be delivered.
