Extension of sugar subsidy for AAY families

Question 1

What are AAY families ?

Answer 1

Families that are beneficiaries of Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY)

Question 2

Till when has this scheme been extended ?

Answer 2

Till 31st March 2026

Question 3

How much subsidy is given on sugar per kg per month ?

Answer 3

Rs 18.50 per kg per family

Question 4

Which scheme is AAY a part of ?

Answer 4

It is a part of PM Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PM GKAY)

Question 5

What are the 2 types of families under PM GKAY ?

Answer 5

1) AAY (Antyodaya Anna Yojana) - 35kg of free rice or wheat per family
2) PHH (Priority Household) - 5kg per person per month

Question 6

Nodal ministries for PM GKAY ?

Answer 6

1) Nodal ministry - Ministry of Finance

2) Implementation - Ministry of Consumer affairs, food and public distribution

Question 7

Till when has PM GKAY been extended ?

Answer 7

Till 2028