Archive · 3 Aug 2025
DBT Saves Rs 4.31 Lakh Crore by Plugging Leakages
The government uses a system called Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to send money directly to people for things like food and jobs.
This prevents money from being misused.
Since 2015, DBT has saved the government about Rs 4.31 lakh crore by removing fake beneficiaries from various programs.
Last year alone, the program saved over Rs 82,000 crore.
This helps the government spend money wisely and support more people.
Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) saved the government approximately Rs 4.31 lakh crore from FY15 to FY24.
FY24 savings through DBT totaled Rs 82,573 crore.
Savings were achieved by removing duplicate and fake beneficiaries across various schemes.
PDS accounted for Rs 2.5 lakh crore in savings by removing fake ration cards.
DBT has expanded since its initial implementation.
- Who
- The government and beneficiaries of various social welfare programs are involved.
- What
- Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) has saved the government a substantial amount of money by preventing leakages in various schemes.
- When
- The savings are calculated from FY15 to FY24 with specific FY24 savings detailed.
- Where
- The impact is seen across various government schemes nationwide.
- Why
- DBT helps ensure funds reach the intended recipients, reducing fraud and improving spending quality.
- Total Savings (FY15-FY24)
- Rs 4.31 lakh crore
- FY24 Savings
- Rs 82,573 crore
- PDS Savings
- Rs 2.5 lakh crore (from fake ration cards)
- LPG-Pahal savings
- Rs 73,846 crore
- MGNREGS Savings
- Rs 58,059 crore
- PM-KISAN savings
- Rs 22,106 crore