Ration cards are very important for many people in the country, especially families living below the poverty line. The government has launched various schemes for the APL (Above Poverty Line) and BPL (Below Poverty Line) groups, one of which is Antyodaya Yojana. Under this scheme, BPL ration card holders get free ration, while APL card holders get the benefit of subsidized ration.

When a new member is added to the family, he also needs to be included in this benefit. Many people do not know how to add the name of a new member to the ration card. Let’s learn this method step by step-

To add a new member’s name, you have to apply by visiting the website of the state food distribution department.

✔ Step 1: First, go to the official website of your state food distribution department. Website for West Bengal residents **
https://food.wb.gov.in/**.

✔ Step 2: Go to the website and log in or create a new account.
✔ Step 3: Select the ‘Add New Member’ option.
✔ Step 4: Fill in the required information (new member’s name, Aadhaar number, date of birth, etc.).
✔ Step 5: Upload soft copies of relevant documents and submit the application.
✔ Step 6: After submitting the application, you will receive an application number, which will be useful for tracking the application in the future.
✔ Step 7: After the concerned department verifies the application, the new member’s name will be included in the ration card within a few days.

✔ Aadhaar card of the new member (if available)
✔ Birth certificate (in case of children)
✔ Marriage certificate (for married women)
✔ Address proof of the new member
✔ Copy of ration card of parents or husband

If you have difficulty applying online, then the name of the new member can also be added by visiting the nearest food distribution department or ration office and filling the specified form.

If you face any problem in the application process, you can call the government helpline number 1967 for assistance.

By following this simple process, it is possible to include new family members in the government ration benefits. So don’t delay, apply today!