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Massive Ration Scam Unearthed: ₹69,000 Crore Worth of Subsidized Food Grains Missing

Massive Ration Scam Unearthed: ₹69,000 Crore Worth of Subsidized Food Grains Missing

Massive Ration Scam Unearthed: ₹69,000 Crore Worth of Subsidized Food Grains Missing

Massive Ration Scam Unearthed: ₹69,000 Crore Worth of Subsidized Food Grains Missing

Report Reveals Alarming Levels of Corruption in India’s Public Distribution System

A shocking revelation about India’s rationing system has surfaced. A recent report by the Indian Council for Research on International Economic Relations (ICRIER) disclosed that a staggering 28% of subsidized food grains under the Public Distribution System (PDS) fail to reach beneficiaries. The diverted food grains, valued at approximately ₹69,000 crore annually, are suspected of being sold on the open market or exported illegally.

Key Findings of the Report

Causes and Concerns

Subsidized food grains often go missing during the transit from Food Corporation of India (FCI) warehouses to ration shops. Issues such as torn sacks, inadequate infrastructure, and poor transportation systems are identified as contributing factors.

ICRIER’s Infosys Chair Professor Ashok Gulati called the situation “baffling,” speculating that much of the lost food grain is either sold on the open market or exported.

Structural Issues in PDS

The report criticized the PDS for its susceptibility to corruption and inefficiency. Despite improvements, the problem persists:

Regional Analysis

Government Response

The central government is aware of the ongoing corruption and has initiated a CBI probe into the issue. Investigations and raids are being conducted to break the chain of malpractices in the PDS.

Global Context

India’s PDS is the largest in the world, catering to over 800 million citizens. Despite its scale, the system’s inefficiencies undermine its effectiveness. Experts stress the need for structural overhauls and vigilant oversight to curb corruption and ensure food security for the needy.

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