#Public Distribution System
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Press Release No: 409 - Minister P. Vengadaramman Distributed New Electronic Family Cards to 608 Beneficiaries in Chennai's Northern Zone
Minister for Food and Civil Supplies, Thiru. P. Vengadaramman, distributed new electronic family cards to 608 beneficiaries in Chennai's Northern Zone and emphasized the transparent and efficient delivery of essential commodities and welfare schemes.
Public Distribution System Grievance Redressal Camp in 19 zones of Chennai on 11.07.2026
The monthly Public Distribution System (PDS) grievance redressal camp for July 2026 will be held in 19 zones of Chennai on 11.07.2026 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM to address issues related to PDS.
Minister reviews paddy procurement, storage, milling, and rice distribution for PDS
A meeting chaired by the Minister for Food and Civil Supplies reviewed the current status of paddy procurement, storage, milling, and rice distribution across Tamil Nadu, emphasizing timely and quality operations for the Public Distribution System.
Letter written by Hon'ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu Thiru C. Joseph Vijay to Hon'ble Prime Minister Thiru Narendra Modi requesting reconsideration of the amendment proposed by the Union Government to the National Food Security Act – 2013
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Thiru C. Joseph Vijay has written to Indian Prime Minister Thiru Narendra Modi requesting reconsideration of the amendment proposed by the Union Government to the National Food Security Act – 2013, citing its potential adverse impact on the people of Tamil Nadu.
Hon'ble Minister for Food and Civil Supplies, Thiru P. Venkataramanan, Inspected the Renovation Works at Tamil Nadu Civil Supplies Corporation Head Office
Minister for Food and Civil Supplies, Thiru P. Venkataramanan, inspected the renovation works at the Tamil Nadu Civil Supplies Corporation head office, reviewed grievance redressal mechanisms, and checked CCTV monitoring at godowns and rice mills.
Distribution of Public Distribution System (PDS) items to the homes of elders and differently-abled under the Thayumanavar Scheme on July 4 and 6
Under the Chief Minister's Thayumanavar Scheme, essential Public Distribution System (PDS) items will be distributed door-to-door to the homes of elders and differently-abled persons in 18 zones of Chennai on July 4 and 6, through fair price shop salespeople.
Review Meeting on Direct Paddy Procurement, Paddy Movement, and Monsoon Preparedness
A coordinated review meeting was held today (24.06.2026) at the Secretariat, chaired by Hon'ble Ministers for Food and Civil Supplies, Cooperation, and Agriculture, to discuss direct paddy procurement, paddy movement, and precautionary measures for the monsoon season.
Public Distribution System Grievance Redressal Camp in 19 zones of Chennai on June 13, 2026
A Public Distribution System (PDS) Grievance Redressal Camp will be held in 19 zonal Assistant Commissioner offices of Chennai on June 13, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
Distribution of PDS Essential Commodities Directly to the Homes of Senior Citizens and Differently-abled under the Thayumanavar Scheme on June 2nd and 3rd
The Tamil Nadu government announced that PDS essential commodities will be distributed directly to the homes of senior citizens and differently-abled persons in 18 zones of Chennai on June 2nd and 3rd, under the Chief Minister's Thayumanavar Scheme.