Dhiman alleges poor face injustice under food security scheme in Jalandhar

Jalandhar, Punjab – In a statement reported by Amar Ujala, local figure Dhiman warned that the poor are experiencing inequitable treatment under the state's food security initiatives. He highlighted instances where beneficiaries allegedly receive inadequate supplies or face procedural hurdles that disadvantage them.
The comment comes amid ongoing debates over the effectiveness of the Public Distribution System and related food‑grain schemes aimed at ensuring basic nutrition for low‑income households. Critics have previously pointed to leakages, delayed allocations, and exclusion errors that undermine the programme's objectives.
Dhiman did not provide specific data or name particular districts, but his remarks underscore growing frustration among sections of the community that rely on these subsidies. Authorities have not yet issued a formal response to the allegations.
The issue remains under observation as civil society groups and policymakers continue to monitor the implementation of food security measures across Punjab.