Ministers KH Muniyappa and HC Mahadevappa during the inauguration of the food pavilion as part of the Dasara exhibition in Mysuru on Saturday. | Photo credit: MA SRIRAM
Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Minister KH Muniyappa and Social Welfare Minister HC Mahadevappa on Saturday inaugurated the food pavilion organized by the Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Ministry at the ongoing Dasara exhibition.
The pavilion highlights the Anna Bhagya Guarantee Scheme, rural lifestyle and various grains including rice, maize and ragi. The Legal Metrology Department also showcased scales and other related equipment at the event. A themed exhibition on ‘Hunger-Free Karnataka’ and prosperous rural life has been set up.
After the inauguration, Mr. Muniyappa said that the ration cards were being revised.
“If any eligible beneficiary has been shifted from BPL to APL category during the revision, he can apply to the concerned tahsildar. New cards will be reissued after verification,” he said.
“Under the Anna Bhagya programme, 10 kg rice is provided free to every eligible beneficiary. The distribution of Indira food kit will also start from next month,” said Mr. Muniyappa.
Dr. In his speech, Mahadevappa said, “Food is essential for everyone and should not be wasted. Don’t waste food as it is equal to gold for the poor. ‘Antyodaya’ means ending hunger. The government has introduced a scheme to provide 10 kg of rice free to BPL and ‘Antyodaya’ families. The cabinet has now approved 5 kg of the remaining 5 kg of the Indira kit. pulses and oil.”
Dr. Mahadevappa added that the government has introduced the Food Security Act to ensure every family’s right to food and the pavilion serves as a platform to spread awareness about these initiatives.
Karnataka Exhibition Authority Chairman Ayub Khan and other officials were present.
Published – 25 Oct 2025 20:41 IST
