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The Assam Government, led by Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma, has prolonged its 'Anna Sewa Din' program until July 15 in response to the ongoing flood crisis gripping the state.

 

This initiative, a cornerstone of the government's efforts, aims to ensure essential food grains reach those in need, especially during challenging times such as floods.

 

Originally set to operate during the first 10 days of each month, the extension i part of the government's measures to bolstering food security across Assam during the deluge. 

 

The 'Anna Sewa Din' program operates under the framework of the National Food Security Act, 2013, providing free distribution of rice grains to eligible beneficiaries.

 

Chief Minister Sarma emphasised the critical role of 'Anna Sewa Din' in supporting vulnerable communities during crises, reaffirming the government's unwavering dedication to welfare initiatives.

The program's extension comes as Assam grapples with severe flooding, which has displaced thousands and heightened food insecurity concerns.

By extending 'Anna Sewa Din', the government aims to mitigate the impact of the disaster and ensure timely assistance reaches those affected.

On the first day of Anna Sewa Din, July 1, Assam witnessed an impressive distribution of over 13,000 metric tons (MT) of food grains to approximately 6.5 lakh ration card holders across various districts.

 

In West Karbi Anglong, 2,066 ration cards were utilised, accounting for 4.29% of the allocated food grains. Tamulpur saw 4,042 beneficiaries, representing 4.67% of the distributed allotment.

 

Hojai and Golaghat districts recorded notable engagement, with 6,695 and 13,372 ration cards utilized, respectively. Golaghat’s distribution percentage was a significant 5.89%, showcasing effective management in the district.

 

South Salmara and Goalpara districts also performed well, distributing 6.49% and 6.63% of their allotments. Karimganj and Cachar were among the top distributors, with 6.99% and 7.30% of food grains distributed to 15,768 and 23,961 ration card holders, respectively.

 

Kamrup Metro district demonstrated efficient distribution processes, with 13,183 ration card holders receiving food grains, accounting for 8.35% of the district’s allotment. Other districts like Dima Hasao and Dhubri also showed commendable performance with distributions exceeding 8%.

 

Tinsukia emerged as a standout performer, with a remarkable 19.42% of its allotment distributed to 54,030 ration card holders, marking it the highest in both number and percentage of distributed grains.

 

Overall, the inaugural day of Anna Sewa Din achieved a cumulative distribution percentage of 10.42%, highlighting Assam’s robust efforts in ensuring food security for its residents.