End-to-end Computerization of PDS operations to check leakages

With a view to modernize the Targeted Public Distribution System (TPDS) and to check leakages/diversion government is implementing a Plan Scheme on 'End-to-end Computerization of TPDS Operations' on cost sharing basis with the States/UTs which would facilitate digitization of ration cards/beneficiary and other databases, computerization of supply-chain management, setting up of transparency portal and grievance redressal mechanisms. This information was given by the Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, Shri Ram Vilas Paswan in a written reply in Rajya Sabha today.