Tamil Nadu government established 2,394 ration shops in four years, including 789 permanent and 1,605 temporary outlets.
UPI transactions were introduced for easier ration distribution.
Pongal gift hampers were distributed to over 2.19 crore rice ration card holders in 2024 and 1.94 crore in 2025.
After Cyclone Fengal in November 2024, dry rations were provided to the affected families in Cuddalore, Kallakurichi, and Villupuram districts.
Financial assistance and relief materials were given to the families affected by the torrential rains in Chennai, Thoothukudi, and Tirunelveli districts.