Punjab to open 2800 new Ration Depots in the state, CM distributes licenses
Babushahi Network
Chandigarh, July 16, 2026: Led by Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann AAP government of the state has decided to open 2800 new Ration Depots in the state and licenses for the same were distributed by Chief Minister today.
According to available details out of these 2800 new Ration Depots, 633 depots will be allotted to members of the Scheduled Castes, 199 to the Backward Classes category, 181 to ex-servicemen, 39 to freedom fighters, 156 to persons with disabilities and 17 to families affected by riots, The government wants to open Ration Depot in every village and urban areas to facilitate people to get ration near their homes. It is expected that 5.50 lakh people will get benefit from opening of new Ration Depots.