2 days Ago By Munsif Web Desk
Hyderabad, February 18, 2025 – The Telangana government has announced the rollout of digital smart ration cards , designed similarly to ATM cards, with Chief Minister Revanth Reddy’s photograph prominently featured. The state will initially distribute 1 lakh cards in districts unaffected by the ongoing MLC election code, marking a major shift toward modernizing welfare delivery. The government will prioritize Hyderabad, Rangareddy, and Mahbubnagar districts —where the election code is not active—to fast-track the distribution of the first 1 lakh cards.
Officials have been directed to finalize tenders for printing and begin issuing cards immediately. Once the election code lifts in other regions, statewide distribution will follow. During a high-level review meeting, the CM urged officials to: Since Telangana’s formation in 2014, ration cardholders faced challenges updating family details or accessing benefits.
Many relied on outdated, photocopied cards. The new digital system promises to resolve these issues while aligning with the state’s push for digitized public services . The Civil Supplies Department is finalizing card designs, with a focus on user-friendly features.
Over 2.81 crore beneficiaries are expected to receive the cards, ensuring equitable access to subsidized food grains and welfare schemes . Reported by Munsif News.
