Government Unveils 'Anna Chakra' Platform to Streamline PDS Supply Chain
News: Food and Consumer Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi launched ‘Anna Chakra,’ a supply chain optimization tool for the Public Distribution System (PDS), developed with the World Food Programme and IIT-Delhi.
The tool uses advanced algorithms to streamline foodgrain logistics for 4.37 lakh Fair Price Shops and 6,700 warehouses, benefiting 81 crore people.
Initial assessments across 30 states indicate annual savings of Rs 250 crore and significant efficiency improvements. Integrated with Railways’ Freight Operations Information System and PM Gati Shakti, it aims to cut transportation costs and carbon emissions. Additionally, Joshi unveiled the SCAN portal to simplify food subsidy claims for states.
Source: Business-Standard
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