Overview

• The Jammu and Kashmir government has ordered the inclusion of children aged six years and above in the Public Distribution System (PDS).
• Previously excluded eligible beneficiaries will now be identified and added to the PDS under existing norms.
• Widows and divorcees not currently covered will receive separate ration cards based on financial status and NFSA rules.
• New entrants will be assigned to appropriate categories such as AAY, PHH, NPHH, or Exclusion, ensuring comprehensive food support.
• The directive aims to close coverage gaps and ensure equitable access to subsidized food for all eligible citizens in the Union Territory.