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The government has announced direct cash transfer of subsidies to beneficiaries with January 1 as the deadline for rolling out the scheme in 51 districts. But is that the cure for in-kind schemes like the food public distribution system that is in a shambles? DTE looks at various aspects of direct cash transfers
| The government has a plan to reach welfare to the poor without wasting money. | ||||
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| Biometric-based unique identity or Aadhaar is leading to huge problems for people working for the rural employment guarantee scheme | ||||
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| Reaching food to people who need it the most has remained one of the most stubborn problems in India. | ||||
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| Cash transfer is effective only if basic services are in place | ||||