The Ministry of Defence has proposed an increase in the allowance provided for dry rations to individuals and families affected by the ongoing disaster situation. The proposal aims to amend the amounts in Circular and Guideline No. 01/2025 (Section 5.1.5.3), the Ministry said. Under the revision, the allocation per individual — currently Rs. 1,800 for dry rations and cash — will be increased to Rs. 2,100. This represents the maximum weekly allowance, with the daily maximum set at one-seventh of the total. Proposed revised rates for families are as follows: Two-person family: to be increased from Rs. 2,400 to Rs.…
Proposal to increase dry-ration allowance for disaster-affected families
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