Mysore/Mysuru, Nov. 11 -- MGP releases National Consumer Day poster

Coming to the aid of senior citizens aged above 75 years who live alone, the State Government has launched the 'Anna Suvida' scheme to deliver ration kits directly to their doorsteps.

Announcing this at a meeting of Mysore Grahakara Parishat (MGP) held on Sunday, Manteswamy, Joint Director of Food and Civil Supplies, said the Department has introduced the scheme to ensure that elderly citizens do not go hungry simply because they are unable to visit ration shops. "The Department will identify lonely senior citizens above 75 years and ensure ration kits are delivered to their homes," he said.

Manteswamy also said that the Department will celebrate National Consumer Day ...