• Dr. Deepashree

One of the principle objective of the Government of India is to bring about inclusive growth in general and, in particular, attain targets of Sustainable Development Goal (SDG-2), that is, “End hunger, achieve food security and improve nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture.”1 Food security is a multidimensional situation which is very complex. The notion of food security has emerged over time. It is influenced by number of factors across various sectors. The alarming indication of rising food insecurity and high levels of diverse forms of malnutrition are a clear warning that there is urgency for considerable efforts in accomplishing the SDG on food security and improved nutrition. India must consciously try to achieve ‘Zero Hunger Challenge (ZHC)’ by 2030. The Public Distribution System (PDS), which is the largest food distribution network, helps to distribute essential goods at subsidized rates. In 1997, the PDS was restructured to target those most in need. Its effective and efficient functioning is essential for bringing about food security. But since there are large number of food insecure people in India, it shows implementation gaps and missed targeting in the PDS. This paper attempts to analyze failures of PDS in addressing food security situation in India.

Food Security Through Public Distribution System In India

"Food Security Through Public Distribution System In India", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.6, Issue 5, page no.104-109, May-2019, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR1905V69.pdf

"Food Security Through Public Distribution System In India", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.6, Issue 5, page no. pp104-109, May-2019, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR1905V69.pdf