Hyderabad, Aug. 16 -- Telangana Minorities Minister Mohammed Azharuddin on Sunday, August 16, said that Smart Ration Cards introduced by the state government are a new step towards the Public Distribution System.

The minister made the statement during a distribution programme at the Adivasi Bhavan, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad.

He said the new Smart Ration Cards will help beneficiaries conveniently carry and access their card details, while digitalisation will reduce the difficulties associated with the old ration books.

The Minister thanked Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy for his vision and commitment towards the welfare of the people. He said the Chief Minister is giving special importance to education and is taking several meas...