Centre Launches CBDC-based Digital Food Coupon Pilot in Gujarat

On 15th February 2026, Union government launched a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC)-based Digital Food Currency pilot in Gujarat.

  • The pilot introduces programmable digital food coupons under the Public Distribution System (PDS) to enable secure and efficient delivery of foodgrain entitlements to beneficiaries.

What is CBDC-based Digital Food Coupon?

  • Digital Coupons: Under the CBDC framework, digital coupons generated through the Reserve Bank of India will be credited directly to beneficiaries as programmable digital currency.
  • Redeeming: Beneficiaries can redeem their entitled quantity of foodgrains at Fair Price Shops (FPS) using CBDC coupon or voucher codes.
  • The initiative has been launched by the ....
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