Under the National Food Security Act (NFSA), state governments in India issue ration cards to households that are eligible to avail of subsidised food grains through the Public Distribution System. A ration card also serves as proof of identity.
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While people often change their mobile numbers, they forget to update their ration card with the new number. The ration card must always have the most recent information. The mobile number mentioned on a ration card must be correct as it will be required for OTP verification.
Furthermore, all the information regarding your ration card is provided by the government via SMS on your mobile number. Continue reading to learn how to update or register your mobile number on your ration card.
All states in India have a unique portal that allows you to update the mobile number mentioned on your ration card. Here, we have outlined the process to update a mobile number in Delhi:
Step 1: Visit the National Food Security Portal's official website at nfs.delhi.gov.in.
Step 2: Select 'Register/Change of Mobile No' from the 'Citizen's Corner' section.
Step 3: A new page will appear on the screen.
Step 4: Enter the household head's NFS ID or Aadhaar number.
Step 5: Enter the ration card number.
Step 6: Enter the name of the household's head (as it appears on the ration card).
Step 7: Type in your new mobile number and click on the ‘Save’ option.
Step 8: Your ration card will be updated with your new mobile number.
If you wish to change the mobile number on your ration card offline, you need to submit an application to the food department officer.
You have to submit the application along with a photocopy of both the ration card and the Aadhaar card.
The new mobile number will be updated on your ration card in a few days.
To change your mobile number to your ration card in Tamil Nadu, you need to contact the helpline number 1967/1800-425-5901.
Yes, most states offer the option of updating the mobile number on a ration card online. For this, you need to visit the official website of your respective state’s Food Department.
Devarthi Gattuwar is a Finance Content Writer who has experience writing about Credit Cards, Debit Cards, Tax, and other BFSI products. Other than that, she also writes about non-financial utility products like Aadhar Card, Voter ID, Government Certificates, etc. She has a special interest in Social Media Marketing and its nuances. She likes to read and learn new things. She's a mental health advocate and a dog lover.
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