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Over 88,000 ration cardholders in Mysuru yet to complete e-KYC
Nearly 88,424 residents across Mysuru division remain without electronic Know Your Customer verification for their ration cards, officials said. The delay in completing the digital authentication process could impact food subsidy entitlements.
LSN India ·
Mysuru division is facing a significant backlog in e-KYC registration for ration cardholders, with 88,424 individuals yet to complete the mandatory digital verification process. The electronic Know Your Customer requirement has been introduced as part of efforts to streamline the Public Distribution System and ensure accurate beneficiary data.
Authorities have expressed concern over the number of pending registrations across the region. The e-KYC process, which involves biometric authentication and digital verification of cardholder information, is essential for maintaining eligibility under the food subsidy scheme. Officials have not publicly announced a deadline for completing the process in Mysuru division.
The delay comes as several states across India have been working to digitize their ration card systems in recent years. The e-KYC initiative aims to reduce duplicate entries, prevent fraud, and ensure benefits reach intended beneficiaries. However, digital literacy challenges and inconsistent implementation have slowed adoption in some regions.
Local administration officials have indicated they are working to increase awareness about the registration requirement among affected cardholders. The completion of e-KYC verification is expected to be crucial for continued access to subsidized food grains through the distribution network in Mysuru division.