As the Indian government gears up to distribute advance ration for June, July, and August under NFSA, lakhs of ration card holders risk missing out on their entitlement simply because they haven’t completed a mandatory e-KYC. If you delay any longer, you may have to wait until September to receive your next ration supply.
Let’s break it down in detail.
Under the National Food Security Act (NFSA), many states including Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and Jharkhand are set to distribute 3 months' ration in advance. This includes wheat, rice, and sugar for June, July, and August.
Distribution in UP begins from May 21.
In Jharkhand, it will take place between June 1 and June 30.
MP will start advance distribution from May 21.
This is a strategic move to counter monsoon-related disruptions like:
Transport delays
Stock storage issues
Flood-affected regions
But there’s a catch—no e-KYC, no ration.
The central government has ordered all states to ensure e-KYC for all ration card holders. This is to:
Prevent fraud and duplication
Ensure benefits go only to genuine beneficiaries
Despite repeated extensions and awareness drives, a large number of people haven’t done their e-KYC. If you miss the May 31 deadline, you will not receive ration for June, July, or August, and the next window will open only in September.
You can complete your e-KYC easily via mobile or local ration shop.
Download the ‘Mera KYC’ app.
Install the ‘AadhaarFaceRD’ app.
Enter your Aadhaar number.
Enable location access.
Use your front camera for facial verification.
Submit and done!
Visit your nearest ration shop (FPS).
Carry your Aadhaar card.
The shopkeeper will assist in completing your e-KYC through biometric or facial verification.
Contrary to some speculations linking this to geopolitical tensions, this move is:
Purely a precaution against monsoon challenges (floods, blocked roads, and logistics breakdown)
Sometimes also done due to excess food grain production
In case of delays during the rainy season, this advance distribution ensures no family goes hungry.
Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) beneficiaries:
➤ 35 kg ration per family (includes wheat, rice, and sugar)
Priority Household (PHH) Card Holders:
➤ 5 kg food grains per person in the household
e-KYC done via Mera KYC + AadhaarFaceRD apps
Or e-KYC done at ration shop with Aadhaar
Inform family members to get their e-KYC updated
Stay alert for local distribution dates in your area
Don’t let laziness cost your family three full months of ration. Whether it's mobile or offline, just 2 minutes of action can secure food for June to August. Beat the deadline and stay food secure!
