The Tamil Nadu Public Distribution System (TNPDS) is one of the largest public distribution systems in India, providing subsidized food grains to over 80 million beneficiaries. In 2013, the Government of Tamil Nadu introduced a smart card-based system to streamline the distribution of subsidized food grains and reduce leakages. This paper reviews the implementation of smart cards in TNPDS and its impact on the distribution system.

The traditional Public Distribution System (PDS) in Tamil Nadu was plagued by issues such as leakages, corruption, and inefficiencies. To address these issues, the Government of Tamil Nadu decided to introduce a smart card-based system, which would enable beneficiaries to purchase subsidized food grains using a biometric-enabled smart card.

"Smart Card Implementation in Tamil Nadu Public Distribution System (TNPDS): A Review"

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