Pralhad Joshi Launches ‘Anna Chakra’ and SCAN Portal
The Union Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution and New & Renewable Energy, Shri Pralhad Joshi, launched ‘Anna Chakra’ and SCAN (Subsidy Claim Application for NFSA) portal, marking a significant step toward modernizing India’s Public Distribution System (PDS) and subsidy claim mechanisms.
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Why in the news? | Shri Pralhad Joshi launches ‘Anna Chakra’, the Public Distribution System Supply chain optimisation tool and SCAN (Subsidy Claim Application for NFSA) portal | |
‘Anna Chakra’ | SCAN (Subsidy Claim Application for NFSA) portal | |
Purpose | Optimize PDS supply chain logistics | Streamline subsidy claims under NFSA. |
Developed By | WFP and FITT, IIT-Delhi. | Department of Food and Public Distribution (DFPD). |
Key Features | – Route optimization using advanced algorithms. – Single-window subsidy claim submission. | – Integration with FOIS and PM Gati Shakti platform. – End-to-end workflow automation for claims processing. |
Scope | Covers 30 states, 4.37 lakh FPSs, and ~6,700 warehouses. | Facilitates state governments’ subsidy claims. |
Benefits | – ₹250 crore annual savings. – Faster subsidy settlement. | – Reduced carbon footprint and logistics costs. – Enhances transparency in subsidy disbursement. |
Environmental Impact | Reduced emissions due to optimized transportation routes. | |
Integration | Linked with FOIS and PM Gati Shakti platform. | Fully automated with rule-based subsidy release. |
Significance | Supports 81 crore beneficiaries in the world’s largest food security program. | Ensures timely and transparent subsidy distribution to states. |
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