AI-Driven Reforms in India’s Public Distribution System
On 17th February 2026, the Department of Food & Public Distribution (DFPD) showcased a series of AI-enabled and digital innovations transforming the Public Distribution System (PDS) at the India-AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi.
AI-driven Innovations
Smart Warehouse Solutions
- Equipped with sensor-based technologies to prevent food losses and improve storage efficiency, thereby enhancing food availability and accessibility.
Route Optimisation Function
- It streamlines transportation under the PDS, generating operational cost savings and contributing to reductions in carbon emissions through more efficient logistics planning.
SMART PDS
- The unified national digital backbone integrating ration card management, allocation, procurement, storage, transportation, ....
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