Tamil Nadu CM C. Joseph Vijay opposes proposed Food Security Act amendment
C. Joseph Vijay, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, urged the Union government to reconsider an amendment proposed to the National Food Security Act (NFSA) that would reduce foodgrain entitlements for AAY beneficiaries. Vijay argued that the proposed change would diminish the food security of nearly 70 lakh vulnerable citizens in Tamil Nadu and is detrimental to the program's original purpose of providing unconditional, household-based food security. The Chief Minister highlighted that while the amendment aims to address intra-category inequities, it would disproportionately impact smaller families and states with successful family planning programs.
6 JUL 2026
· THIS STORY — The Hindu
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Joseph Vijay urged the Union government to reconsider an amendment to the National Food Security Act that would reduce foodgrain entitlements for AAY beneficiaries.
8 JUL 2026
— The Hindu
Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister opposes a proposed reduction in the Antyodaya Anna Yojana's monthly foodgrain quota, citing concerns about food security and potential misuse.
— The Hindu
Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister and the CPI(M) oppose a proposed amendment to the National Food Security Act that would reduce food grain entitlements.
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