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Centre launches ‘Jan Poshan Kendras’
Context
The Centre has recently launched a pilot project to transform a select number of ration shops into ‘Jan Poshan Kendras’ or public nutrition centers. This initiative is part of a broader effort to modernize and enhance the effectiveness of the public distribution system (PDS) in India. The goal is to improve the nutritional value and income potential of these shops, addressing both the needs of consumers for better food options and the financial concerns of ration dealers.
About the Project
- The project aims to revamp 60 fair price shops (FPS) in Gujarat, Rajasthan, Telangana, and Uttar Pradesh into Jan Poshan Kendras.
- These centers are intended to improve the viability of FPSs by offering a wider range of nutrition-rich food items and increasing the income of ration dealers.
- Features:
- Product Range: The Jan Poshan Kendras will stock 50% of their products with nutrition-rich food items, while the remaining 50% will include other household essentials.
- Additional Measures: The project includes several new tools and systems:
- FPS Sahay Application: Provides paperless, collateral-free financing for ration dealers.
- Mera Ration App 2.0: Offers consumers updated information on the public distribution system.
- Quality Management Systems: Includes new quality control measures and manuals.
- Accreditation: NABL accreditation for three laboratories to ensure quality testing.
- Expected Outcomes:
- Enhanced Food Security: By offering better quality nutrition, the initiative aims to improve public health and reduce malnutrition.
- Increased Transparency and Efficiency: New digital tools are expected to streamline operations and reduce corruption and inefficiencies.
- Improved Dealer Income: By diversifying product offerings, FPS dealers can increase their earnings.
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