The Karnataka government’s Anna Bhagya Scheme 2024 aims to help people living below the poverty line. Under this scheme, the Karnataka government provides free rice to families that are in the BPL (Below Poverty Line) category.
To get this benefit, you must meet certain requirements, be eligible, and provide some documents. Read this article to get more details regarding the Anna Bhagya Scheme 2024 and its benefits.
Karnataka Anna Bhagya Scheme
| Name of Scheme | Anna Bhagya Scheme |
| Started By | Karnataka Government |
| Beneficiaries | People living below the poverty line (BPL) in Karnataka |
| Main Benefit | 10 kg of free rice per month per eligible person |
| Objective | To ensure food security and help poor families |
| Helpline Numbers | 1967, 14445, 1800-425-9339 |
| Official Portal Link | ahara.kar.nic.in |
According to the government, every beneficiary of the Anna Bhagya scheme who used to get 5 kg of rice per month will now get 10 kg of rice per month. This scheme, also known as the Karnataka Free Rice Distribution Scheme, is a big government effort to help poor people.
The main goal of the Karnataka Anna Bhagya Scheme 2024 is to ensure that poor families, including those with Priority Household (PHH) ration cards and Anna Antyodaya cards, get ten kilograms of rice each month.
This govt. scheme aims to reduce hunger and food shortages in the state. It ensures that no one in the state goes to bed hungry and that people in need have enough food regularly.
Who can avail of Anna Bhagya Scheme Benefits?
Applicants who meet the following eligibility criteria can apply for the Karnataka Anna Bhagya Scheme
- To apply, you need to live in Karnataka.
- You must be over 18 years old.
- You must be in the BPL (Below Poverty Line) category or have an Aadhaar-linked Antyodaya or Priority Household Ration Card.
- If anyone in your family works for the government, you cannot get this benefit.
Documents Required to apply for the scheme
The following documents are required to apply for the Anna Bhagya Scheme
- Proof of residence
- Ration Card
- Aadhaar card
- Mobile number
- Bank account details
How To Apply For Karnataka Anna Bhagya Scheme
If you have a BPL or Anna Antyodaya/PHH Card, you can benefit from this government program. You don’t need to apply to get free rice from this program.
Just show your ration card at the nearest ration store in your area. Put your thumb on the biometric machine to complete the process. After this, the machine will automatically register the names of your family members linked to the card.
The amount of rice you get depends on how many people are in your family. The approved family will receive the rice for free.
Procedure to Check Anna Bhagya Scheme DBT Payment Status
Under the Karnataka Anna Bhagya Scheme 2024, people who are below the poverty line will get 10 kg of rice every month. The government will pay Rs. 34 per kg for this rice. The money will be sent directly to the beneficiaries’ bank accounts.
To check the Anna Bhagya scheme amount, follow these steps:
- Go to the Karnataka Food Department’s official website at ahara.kar.nic.in.
- Click on the “e-Services” tab.
- Select the “DBT status” option under “e-Status.”
- Choose your district and click on the “Status of DBT” option.
- Enter the year and month, the captcha code, and your ration card number, then click “Go.”
- The DBT status for the Anna Bhagya scheme will be shown on the screen.