Union Minister for Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution Pralhad Joshi today launched the Depot Darpan, Anna Mitra, and Anna Sahayata apps in New Delhi. The apps are aligned with the government’s aim of advancing the country’s food security through digital innovation.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr Joshi said the apps, as a tool of e-governance, will help in modernising the agricultural infrastructure and Public Distribution System of the country. He also said that they will foster increased efficiency, service quality, infrastructure and operational efficiency.
Mr Joshi added that the apps will also facilitate transparency and accountability through the latest technology. He also reiterated the government’s commitment to provide every benefit to the individual standing at the end of the line.
The Depot Darpan mobile app will allow supervisory officials to track warehouse performance anytime, anywhere, supporting better decision making. It is integrated with smart warehousing technologies, CCTV Surveillance and IoT sensors.
On the other hand, the Anna Sahyata app is a first-of-its-kind voice and message grievance platform which will allow citizens to register complaints in their local languages with real-time tracking and feedback.
Further, Anna Mitra will act as real real-time command centre for ration distribution for FDS dealers, Food Inspectors, District Officials, among others. It will also provide information on monthly sales, inspection reports and government updates.
