Kerala Govt Offers 20 Kg Rice At Subsidised Rates To Ration Card Holders For Onam

In a festive boost ahead of Onam, Kerala 's Food and Civil Supplies Minister G.R. Anil has announced a string of welfare measures to ease the burden on families across the state. All ration card holders will receive 20 kg of rice at just ₹25 per kg through Maveli stores, adding to the already subsidised supplies.

Extra Rice for Every Category

Speaking at the inauguration of the newly upgraded Maveli Super Store at Elettil Vattoli in Kozhikode, the Minister outlined the upcoming benefits:

• 20 kg rice at ₹25/kg for all ration card holders via Maveli stores
• 8 kg rice already provided under existing schemes
• Additional rice allotments through ration shops:
• White card holders: 15 kg more
• Blue card holders: 10 kg more
• Red card holders: 5 kg more

This means many households could stock up over 40 kg of rice at heavily subsidised rates just in time for the festive season.

Subsidised Essentials

• Along with rice, other essentials are being made more affordable:
• Red chillies at ₹115.50/kg with subsidy
• Coconut oil at ₹349 per litre, with promises of a further price cut by month-end

These rates are a big relief for households preparing for Onam sadhya, the grand traditional feast.

Mobile Supply Units to Reach More Areas

To ensure accessibility, Supplyco’s mobile units will hit the road starting August 25, covering various Assembly constituencies across the state. This move aims to reach even remote areas with affordable goods during the festive rush.

A Season of Support

With inflation biting and families gearing up for celebrations, these measures are a timely cushion for lakhs of Keralites. The government’s initiative to strengthen the public distribution network and make festive essentials affordable reflects its continued commitment to welfare-driven governance during Kerala’s biggest festival.