Govt to expand CBDC food coupons for subsidy distribution

Have you ever used a coupon to get something free, like a school lunch?

The government in India gives free food like rice and wheat to millions of people who need it.

Now, instead of paper tickets, it wants to use special digital money that only exists on phones and computers.

This digital money works like a coupon and can be used only to collect the free food items.

People scan a code at their local fair price shop to receive their grains.

The government says this will stop food from being stolen or lost along the way.

It will also be easier for people because they will not need a fingerprint check every time.

A few places, including the city of Chandigarh, have already started using these digital coupons.

The government plans to use them in more places gradually, so everyone can get free food easily and safely.