A long struggle by a disabled man to get a ration card has come to light in Banda, Uttar Pradesh. Brijbhushan, who is disabled in both legs, has been making rounds of officials for nearly 12 years to get a ration card and the benefits of government schemes. Saying that there was not even flour at home on the occasion of Diwali, he folded his hands before the District Supply Officer (DSO) and appealed for ration. His plea has raised questions over the condition of needy families deprived of the benefits of government schemes.
Pension also stopped for nine months
Brijbhushan said that because his ration card has not been made, he is unable to get the benefit of the government foodgrain scheme. His disability pension has also been stopped for nearly nine months. Due to financial hardship, it has become difficult to support the family. He appealed to officials to resolve the problem soon.
Instructions to officials for inquiry
After the matter reached the District Magistrate’s office, the administration took cognisance. The District Magistrate reprimanded officials of the supply department and directed an immediate inquiry and necessary action in the matter. A resolution of the problems related to the ration card and pension is now awaited.
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