- Deadline for ration card corrections is January 31, 2025.
- Online and offline options available for updating details like names and addresses.
- Required documents include birth certificates, marriage certificates, and address proofs.
Bengaluru : The state government has announced the last opportunity for ration card corrections. This includes adding new names, correcting details, and removing deceased members from your BPL or APL card. Corrections can be done both offline at designated centers and online through the official portal. The deadline for updates is January 31, 2025.
What Changes Can Be Made?
- Adding names of household members, including children.
- Adding the wife’s name.
- Removing deceased members.
- Updating address and other necessary corrections.
Where Can You Make the Correction?
- Visit nearby ration shops, Bengaluru One, Karnataka One, Gram One, or Cyber Centers to submit the required documents for corrections.
- Alternatively, you can make the corrections online by visiting the official Food and Civil Supplies Department website, creating an ID, and submitting your changes.
Required Documents:
- For adding children’s names, provide the birth certificate and parent’s Aadhar card.
- For adding wife’s name, submit the marriage certificate.
- For address updates, provide a current bill or proof of address.
Last Date to Apply: The deadline for making changes to your ration card is January 31, 2025. Corrections can be made from 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Make sure to complete any necessary corrections by this date, as errors in the ration card could prevent you from receiving your ration items in the future.
Consequences of Not Updating or Correcting Ration Card Details
- Disruption in Benefits: If corrections are not made, you may face issues receiving ration or subsidies as per the updated information.
- Inaccurate Records: Without updates, your ration card may contain incorrect details, leading to problems in verification or accessing government services.
- Potential Exclusion: Incorrect or outdated information might result in exclusion from the Public Distribution System (PDS) or other benefits.
