Official government data reveals that over 6.4 million people in Delhi are currently receiving subsidized food grains through the Public Distribution System (PDS). Specifically, this program covers 6,493,601 beneficiaries across 1,428,475 households. The data further distinguishes that 6,246,786 beneficiaries fall under the Priority Household (PHH) category, while 246,815 are supported by the Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY), a scheme designed for the poorest families. The government has confirmed that the provision of free rations under the PDS will continue until December 2028. This system is noted as a vital support for numerous families, particularly within low-income neighborhoods and resettlement colonies, often preventing the necessity of additional borrowing for monthly food provisions.
Source: https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Delhi/64-lakh-people-in-delhi-receiving-subsidised-food-grains-govt-data/article70822786.ece
