Hon’ble Union Home Minister launched India’s first programmable eRupee-backed food grain disbursal system for Gujarat PDS.
Government scheme — a structured programme with defined beneficiaries, budget allocation, and delivery mechanisms. The primary instrument for delivering welfare and development outcomes.
Summary
15 February 2026
Key Facts
Type Scheme
Source National Informatics Centre
Published Sunday, 8 March 2026
Affected Population ~350 million BPL population, 140 million elderly
Key Numbers
PM-JAY: 55 crore beneficiaries
MGNREGA: Rs 86,000 crore annual outlay
NSAP pensions: 3 crore beneficiaries
Agri budget: Rs 1.52 lakh crore (2025-26)
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Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right