Thiruvananthapuram: Government’s free Onam kit distribution started today through ration shops. Food Minister GR Anil inaugurated state-level kit distribution at 8 am at Bapuji Library Auditorium, Peroorkada, Thiruvananthapuram.
Around six lakh AAY (yellow) card holders, NPI card holders residing in various welfare institutions and all ration card holders in the disaster affected Wayanad region will get the kit.
Officials will deliver the kits directly to residents of welfare institutions from tomorrow. One kit is distributed to four people living in welfare institutions.
Onam kit has 14 items including Chickpea Nuts, Semiya Payasam Mix, Milma Ghee, Cashew Nuts, Coconut Oil, Sambar Powder, Chilli Powder, Turmeric Powder, Coriander Powder, Tea, Chickpeas, Tuvar Dal, salt and a cloth bag.