Chandigarh: The Punjab Government has expanded the state’s public distribution network by adding 2,800 new ration depots, a move expected to benefit around 5.5 lakh ration card holders across the state.

The expansion aims to improve the availability and accessibility of essential food supplies for beneficiaries under the public distribution system.

New Ration Depots to Improve Access for Beneficiaries

With the addition of these depots, ration card holders will have more access points for collecting food grains and other essential commodities provided through government schemes.

The move is expected to make the distribution process more convenient, especially for people living in areas where access to existing ration depots was limited.

Government Focuses on Strengthening Public Distribution System

The Punjab Government has been working towards strengthening the ration distribution network by increasing the number of authorised depots across the state.

Officials said the expansion will help improve the delivery mechanism and ensure that eligible beneficiaries receive their entitled supplies more efficiently.

5.5 Lakh Ration Card Holders Expected to Gain

Around 5.5 lakh ration card holders are expected to benefit from the addition of the new depots. The increased network will provide greater convenience to families dependent on the public distribution system for essential commodities.

The initiative is part of efforts to improve the reach of welfare schemes and ensure better service delivery to beneficiaries across Punjab.