New Delhi, Oct. 27 -- The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) has warned that Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits will not be issued on November 1 if the government shutdown is not resolved, escalating concerns for millions of low-income families. The shutdown, which began on October 1, is poised to enter its fifth week.

In a message posted on the USDA website, the administration placed blame on Senate Democrats for stalled funding.

"Senate Democrats have now voted 12 times to not fund the food stamp program, also known as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Bottom line, the well has run dry," the notice stated.

"At this time, there will be no benefits issued November 01. We are approaching an in...