A digital transformation of the Public Distribution System in India addresses many more crucial issues like inefficiency, leakage, and corruption-a better food security for the poor. Typically, the PDS suffered from ghost beneficiaries, pilferage, and an absence of transparency. Digitization has been possible by presenting several technological solutions towards mitigating these problems.

Ration Cards to be Linked With Aadhaar: This will authenticate ration cards and only authentic beneficiaries will receive the allocated quota of food grains. The duplicate or fake identities of the beneficiaries can no longer be misused for fraudulent purposes, and leakages will be minimized.

End-to-End Computerization: The whole process, be it procurement or fair distribution, with real-time tracking, ensures that commodities are delivered to the beneficiary right away. Diverting goods is significantly reduced in this process.

Electronic Point of Sale (ePoS) Devices: ePoS machines at fair price shop would ensure biometric authentication of the intending beneficiary, and therefore, the transactions will be transparent. It also helps in proper distribution of food grains.

Grievance Redressal and Transparency Portals: This system digitizes complaints and provides detail information of allocation so it remains accountable and transparent.

The innovations collectively enhance the efficiency, accountability, and targeting of the PDS, thereby helping it better reach more vulnerable populations and improve food security efforts in India.