Telangana Launches New Ration Cards with Advanced Security Features

New food security cards, designed to prevent duplication and misuse, are set to be distributed across Telangana. Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy is scheduled to initiate the distribution on August 15, which coincides with Independence Day.

The state government plans to distribute more than 1.04 crore cards, intended for over three crore beneficiaries throughout Telangana. These new cards incorporate a range of security elements aimed at ensuring authenticity.

What Happened

The upcoming distribution of new food security (ration) cards in Telangana includes enhanced security features. Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy will officially commence the distribution on August 15 in Sangareddy. The initiative will cover over 1.04 crore cards for more than three crore beneficiaries across the state.

Key Facts

• The distribution of new food security (ration) cards will be launched by Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy.
• The launch event will take place in Sangareddy on August 15.
• Over 1.04 crore cards will be distributed statewide.
• The cards are intended for more than three crore beneficiaries.
• The new ration cards will include security features such as a hologram, hidden image, water mark logo, invisible UV logo, and an encrypted QR code.
• The hologram will feature a secured image of the Telangana government emblem.
• Hidden security images will display government images and the word “original”.
• Dual images will be incorporated, visible only at specific viewing angles.
• The cards will feature embossed, raised text for tactile identification.
• Micro printed text, readable only under magnification, will be included to deter replication.
• The technology employed is comparable to that used for bank notes, passports, and certificates.