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India's First 24/7 Grain ATM Is Introduced in Odisha

The Annapurti Grain ATM, India's first 24/7 grain ATM, has been launched in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, as part of the central government's Annapurti initiative.

Introduction and Overview of the Annapurti Grain ATM

  • India's first 24/7 grain ATM launched in Bhubaneswar, Odisha
  • Unveiled by Krushna Chandra Patra, Odisha's Minister for Food Supplies and Consumer Welfare
  • Partnership with the World Food Programme (WFP) in India
  • Part of the central government's Annapurti initiative
  • Aims to enhance food security and improve distribution under the National Food Security Programme
  • Plans to extend the system to all districts in Odisha

Key Features and Benefits of the Grain ATM

  • 24/7 access to food grains for beneficiaries
  • Rapid dispensing: Up to 50 kg of grain in 5 minutes
  • High accuracy with a 0.01% error rate
  • User-friendly interface: Requires Aadhaar or Ration card number and biometric verification
  • Modular design for easy assembly and installation
  • Energy-efficient: Consumes only 0.6 Watts per hour
  • Can be powered by solar panels for higher efficiency
  • Reduces waiting time by 70%
  • Universal access: Valid for ration card holders from anywhere in India
  • Eliminates delays caused by PDS dealers
  • Ensures consistent access to full food rations

Significance and Future Implications

  • Marks a new era in food distribution technology in India
  • Supports the National Food Security Act's goals
  • Potential to reduce corruption and ensure fair distribution
  • Enhances nutritional security in the state
  • Aligns with global goals for efficient and equitable food distribution
  • Expected to strengthen Odisha's food security system
  • Showcases the integration of technology in public welfare schemes
  • Potential model for other states to follow
  • Supports the Annapurti initiative's broader goals of improving access to nutritious food
  • Encourages local food production and eco-friendly farming practices

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