Tag: Public distribution system
Can “Behavioural Science” Bell Scheme Design Cat? Insights from Exploratory Research on the Public Distribution System in India
The blog highlights the complexities involved in Public Distribution System and why it is imperative for the government to conduct a detailed market and behavioural research before changing the existing system.
Oct 31, 2018
Lessons from the Digitisation of Government to Person (G2P) Programmes in India
The blog highlights lessons from the digitisation of government to person (G2P) programmes in India
Jun 6, 2018
Anurodh Giri, Arshi Aadil, Mitul Thapliyal and Ritesh Rautela
Cash Coupons – A Viable Alternative?
This India Focus Note explores the cash coupon system, which aims to addresses the existing problems in the Public Distribution System (PDS) in India, which are leakages, quality, and convenience.
May 24, 2017
Understanding Karnataka’s Food Coupon System
The Department of Food and Civil Supplies, Karnataka began reforming public distribution by rolling-out Food Coupons in Bangalore. While it was a well-meaning and thought-out idea it resulted in much heartburn among beneficiaries.
May 23, 2017
Public Distribution System Reforms and MicroSave
MSC has a reputation for fair and independent work and brings a unique and fresh perspective in the form of field insights. We started our pilots on DBT in PDS in Chandigarh, Dadra-Nagar Haveli and Puducherry on the basis of MSC’s findings. We are quite happy with MSC’s engagement with us and have benefitted from […]
Feb 23, 2017
Fair Price Shop Sustainability in Automated TPDS: A Mirage or Possibility?
This note highlights the importance of the sustainability of fair price shops (FPS) and provides detailed options to ensure their continuity. It also suggests methods to ensure the continuity of FPSs.
Aug 22, 2016