The state govt has urged the families who lives Below Poverty Line (BPL) to apply for food security cards immediately, as April 15 has been fixed as the last date for submitting new applications.

“This is the final opportunity for all those who have not been included in the food security database yet and missed out.

Eligible families should apply giving all the details of the family members, like name, gender, and relationship with head of the family and Aadhaar card number. Along with application, xerox copies of Aadhaar cards, LPG status details like consumer number and agency address, mobile number and bank account details have to be submitted,” said Hyderabad chief rationing officer Bharati Hollikeri on Tuesday.

For information or clarifications public can call toll free number 040-27817887.

Applications for food security cards can be submitted at circle offices or at chief rationing office located opposite Anand Theatre in Secunderabad or any other nearby circle office.