Odisha govt extends ration card e-KYC deadline to Feb 15

The government of Odisha has announced an extension to the deadline for completing the electronic Know Your Customer (e-KYC) process for ration cards. The deadline for updating the e-KYC details for ration cards has been extended to February 15.

Initially set for January 31, the update has been extended to February 15, informed Food Supplies and Consumer Welfare Minister, Krushna Chandra Patra. The Minister acknowledged that the extension will provide additional time for beneficiaries to comply with the requirements.

Many residents had expressed concerns about meeting the earlier deadline, prompting the government to accommodate those who needed more time to complete the process.

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“The last date for ration card e-KYC was on January 31. However, a few of our friends have not been able to complete the process due to various reasons. I have got requests to extend the deadline. After much consideration, we have decided to extend the deadline to February 15,” informed Minister Krushna Chandra Patra. 

It has been reported that the verification process of approximately 4 million beneficiaries across the state is still pending. The e-KYC procedure is essential for beneficiaries to continue receiving their subsidies under various government welfare schemes.

The extension provides some relief to ration cardholders who were concerned about meeting the original deadline. However, the Minister urged all beneficiaries to complete their e-KYC at the earliest opportunity to avoid disruption to their benefits. 

Ration cardholders can update their e-KYC details through designated government platforms or in person at authorised centres. They need to bring the necessary documentation for the verification.