National Food Security Act — Current Affairs 2026
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One Nation One Ration Card achieves 100% coverage across all states
June 2023The completion of ONORC implementation represents a major milestone in NFSA's digital transformation. This achievement addresses one of the key challenges faced by migrant workers who previously couldn't access their food entitlements when moving across states. The system now covers all 36 states/UTs and enables portability of food security benefits, demonstrating the successful integration of technology with social welfare delivery.
UPSC Angle: Expect questions on digital governance, federalism in welfare delivery, migration and food security, and technology's role in improving service delivery efficiency
PM-GKAY extended till December 2024 with additional allocations
January 2024The continued extension of Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana beyond the COVID-19 pandemic indicates the government's recognition of persistent food insecurity challenges. This program provides additional 5 kg food grains per person over and above NFSA entitlements, effectively doubling the food grain allocation for beneficiaries. The extension reflects both the fiscal commitment to food security and the political economy of welfare programs.
UPSC Angle: Questions may focus on crisis response mechanisms, fiscal implications of welfare programs, food security during economic stress, and the evolution of NFSA implementation