‘Anna Chakra’: Optimizing PDS Supply chain
On 5th December, 2024, the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution launched ‘Anna Chakra’, the Public Distribution System (PDS) Supply chain optimization tool, marking a significant step towards modernizing the Public Distribution System and subsidy claim mechanisms of the States.
What is ‘Anna Chakra’?
- Developed By: ‘Anna Chakra’ is developed in collaboration with the World Food Programme (WFP) and Foundation for Innovation and Technology Transfer (FITT), IIT-Delhi.
- Leveraging Advanced Algorithms: The system leverages advanced algorithms to identify optimal routes and ensure seamless movement of food grains across supply chain nodes. An operation of this magnitude involves a complex supply ....
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