Odisha Launches Mukhyamantri Annapurna Yojana: 5 kg Free Rice
Odisha's new Chief Minister, Mohan Charan Majhi, has launched a scheme to provide additional free rice to beneficiaries, aiming to boost food security.
Source: GNews PM SchemeOdisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi recently launched the 'Mukhyamantri Annapurna Yojana'. This new scheme will provide an additional 5 kg of rice free of cost to beneficiaries. This initiative is in addition to the existing 5 kg of rice already provided under the National Food Security Act (NFSA). With this, eligible families in Odisha will now receive a total of 10 kg of rice per person every month. The Mukhyamantri Annapurna Yojana aims to enhance food security and reduce the financial burden on economically weaker sections of society in Odisha. Chief Minister Majhi emphasized the government's commitment to ensuring no one goes hungry in the state. The scheme is expected to benefit a large number of households across Odisha.
This scheme is important for competitive exams as it falls under Government Schemes and Social Justice, relevant for UPSC GS Paper II and State PSC exams. Aspirants should understand the objectives of such food security programs, their beneficiaries, and how they complement central government initiatives like NFSA. It highlights the role of state governments in welfare delivery and poverty alleviation.
- Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi launched the 'Mukhyamantri Annapurna Yojana'.
- The scheme provides an additional 5 kg of rice free of cost per person.
- Beneficiaries will now receive a total of 10 kg of rice per person monthly.
- This is in addition to the 5 kg rice already provided under the National Food Security Act (NFSA).
- The scheme aims to enhance food security for economically weaker sections in Odisha.
A state-specific food security scheme launched by the Odisha government. It provides an additional 5 kg of free rice per person per month to eligible beneficiaries, supplementing the existing provisions under the National Food Security Act. The scheme aims to ensure greater access to food for vulnerable populations.
Enacted in 2013, NFSA aims to provide subsidized food grains to approximately two-thirds of India's population. It legally entitles eligible households to receive 5 kg of food grains per person per month at highly subsidized prices (Rs 3/2/1 per kg for rice/wheat/coarse grains respectively).
Exams often ask about the provisions of major government schemes, their objectives, and the target beneficiaries. Be prepared for questions comparing state-specific schemes with central government programs like NFSA.
Remember 'Annapurna' (Goddess of Food) for the scheme providing 'Anna' (food/rice) in Odisha, adding 5 kg to the existing 5 kg.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Mukhyamantri Annapurna Yojana in Odisha?
The Mukhyamantri Annapurna Yojana is a new scheme launched by the Odisha government to provide an additional 5 kg of free rice per person per month to eligible beneficiaries. This is supplementary to the rice already provided under the National Food Security Act.
How much rice will beneficiaries receive under the new Odisha scheme?
Under the Mukhyamantri Annapurna Yojana, beneficiaries will receive an additional 5 kg of rice. Combined with the 5 kg already provided under NFSA, eligible individuals will now get a total of 10 kg of rice free of cost every month.
Who launched the Mukhyamantri Annapurna Yojana?
The Mukhyamantri Annapurna Yojana was launched by the Chief Minister of Odisha, Mohan Charan Majhi. This initiative reflects the new government's focus on enhancing food security in the state.