India, Feb. 1 -- The scheme is expected to benefit about 1.89 crore AAY families in the country

The Union Cabinet approved the extension of the scheme of sugar subsidy for Antyodya Anna Yojna (AAY) families distributed through the Public Distribution Scheme (PDS) for two more years i.e. 31 March 2026.

As another indication of the unwavering commitment of the Central Government to the well-being of citizens of the country and ensuring the sweetness of platters for the poorest of the poor in the country, the Scheme facilitates access to sugar to the poorest of the poor and adds energy to their diet so that their health improves. Under the Scheme, the Central Government gives a subsidy of Rs.18.50 per kg per month of sugar to AAY families ...