The Indian government has made it mandatory for individuals to link their Aadhaar card with their ration card to ensure that subsidies reach genuine beneficiaries.
This initiative aims to address the issue of fraudulent ration cards and improve the distribution of ration benefits. The government has set up an online system to make the linking process easier and more accessible to everyone.Step 1: Visit your state's official Public Distribution System (PDS) website.
You will need to log in using your credentials to access the relevant section for Aadhaar linking.Also read: How to block your phone from tracking your locationStep 2: Once logged in, select the option to link your Aadhaar to your ration card.
You will be prompted to enter the details of both your Aadhaar and ration card numbers.Step 3: After entering the necessary information, an OTP (One-Time Password) will be sent to your registered mobile number.
Enter the OTP to verify your identity and complete the linking process. Once done, you will receive a confirmation message on your phone indicating that the Aadhaar and ration card linkage was successful.Also read: How to prevent others from downloading your Instagram reels and protect your creative contentIt is important to note that all family members listed on the ration card must have their Aadhaar linked to avoid interruption in receiving ration benefits.