This study assesses the effectiveness of India's Public Distribution System (PDS) in achieving food security goals amidst recent global changes. The paper employs qualitative analysis and enquires the public distribution system of India in recent times. The food security initiative by Government of India, i.e., PMGKY, to tackle the recent pandemic have proved boon in recent geopolitical challenges. The PMGKAY initiative, launched to provide free food grains to over 81.35 crore beneficiaries, has played a pivotal role in mitigating food insecurity, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. By analysing qualitative data and concurrent evaluation reports from Monitoring Institutes (MIs) across the states and Union Territories, this research evaluates PMGKAY's impact on food security. The findings highlight the initiative's extensive reach, effective implementation, and strategic outreach efforts. The study explores how PMGKAY has bolstered India's resilience against global geopolitical disruptions and conflicts, ensuring stable food security. The research concludes with recommendations for enhancing the resilience and responsiveness of the PDS, emphasizing the need for continued strategic interventions to sustain national food and nutrition security

Food Security, Public Distribution System, India, Globalization

The assessment of India's PDS in achieving food security goals during recent global changes demonstrates its remarkable effectiveness, especially through the implementation of the PMGKAY. This initiative, which provided free food grains to over 81.35 crore beneficiaries, was crucial in mitigating food insecurity during the COVID-19 pandemic and amidst geopolitical conflicts. Key findings reveal that PMGKAY ensured extensive reach and compliance, with more than 75 crore beneficiaries receiving their entitlements and 98% of households reporting full receipt. Effective strategic measures, including widespread awareness campaigns and inter-ministerial collaborations, facilitated efficient distribution and high public engagement. Despite global supply chain disruptions, PMGKAY maintained stable food distribution, demonstrating the resilience of India's PDS. The initiative not only provided immediate relief but also contributed to the long-term goal of sustainable food and nutrition security in India, significantly strengthening the PDS against global challenges

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