Rajasthan Indira Rasoi Yojana is a government scheme started by Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot to make sure no one in Rajasthan goes to bed hungry by providing two nutritious meals daily. Launched on 20 August 2024 during the coronavirus pandemic, this scheme offers fresh, healthy meals at just ₹8 per serving. The actual cost per meal is ₹25, with the state government covering ₹17 and the beneficiary paying ₹8. In this updated article, you will find the latest information about Indira Rasoi Yojana 2025.
Rajasthan Indira Rasoi Yojana 2025
Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot started Indira Rasoi Yojana with 358 kitchens in 213 urban areas of Rajasthan, which has now grown to 1000 kitchens as announced in the budget. On 18 September 2024, 512 new Indira Rasoi kitchens were opened in Jodhpur. Currently, 870 kitchens are running, managed by various NGOs selected by district-level committees led by district collectors. So far, 7.01 crore meal plates have been served under Indira Rasoi Yojana 2025, achieving 72.32% of the target. The government now plans to serve 1.34 lakh people daily and 4.87 crore people annually.
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Indira Rasoi Yojana Renamed in Rajasthan
On 6 January 2024, Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma announced the renaming of Indira Rasoi Yojana to Shri Annapurna Rasoi Yojana in Jaipur, in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This change came after the new government found some issues in the old scheme and decided to make improvements. Under Annapurna Rasoi Yojana, food and snacks will be delivered to those in need through vans, making it easier for poor and at-risk people to get meals.
After opening 512 new Indira Rasoi kitchens, Assembly Speaker Shri CP Joshi, PCC Chief Shri Govind Singh Dotasra, MLA Smt. Suryakanta Vyas, Shri Sanyam Lodha, Smt. Krishna Poonia, Smt. Manisha Panwar, and Mayor Smt. Kunti Devda shared a meal together in Jodhpur. pic.twitter.com/jWqJ961Slw — Ashok Gehlot (@ashokgehlot51) September 18, 2024
Main Details of Rajasthan Indira Rasoi Yojana
| Scheme Name | Rajasthan Indira Rasoi Yojana |
| Launched By | Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot |
| Launch Date | 20 August 2024 |
| Beneficiaries | Poor and needy people of the state |
| Objective | Provide two wholesome and nutritious meals daily |
| Meal Cost | ₹8 per meal |
| Annual Budget | ₹100 crore |
| Official Portal | https://indirarasoi.rajasthan.gov.in/ |
Budget for Rajasthan Indira Rasoi Yojana
The government spends ₹100 crore each year on this scheme. Approval has been given to start 642 new Indira Rasoi kitchens in the state, which will begin working soon. The 2024-25 budget plans to raise the scheme’s funding to ₹250 crore per year. The grant is given 50% by the State Finance Commission to urban local bodies, and the remaining 50% mainly comes from the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund or other sources as needed. Each kitchen receives ₹5 lakh for setup and ₹3 lakh yearly for ongoing costs. Well-performing kitchens get cash rewards and certificates on 15 August and 26 January, sometimes over ₹15 lakh.
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Meal at Just ₹8 Under Indira Rasoi Yojana
Through Rajasthan Indira Rasoi Yojana 2025, poor and needy residents get two meals daily – lunch and dinner. Beneficiaries pay only ₹8 per meal. Right now, the actual cost of one meal is ₹25, with ₹17 paid by the government. Before, ₹20 per meal was spent, with ₹12 by the government and ₹8 by the beneficiary. Lunch is available from 8:30 am to 1 pm, and dinner from 5 pm to 8 pm. Each meal plate includes 100 grams of lentils, 100 grams of vegetables, 250 grams of chapati, and pickles.
Paperless Process in Indira Rasoi Yojana
The scheme runs digitally to stop any fraud. An AI-powered web portal uploads real photos of beneficiaries. Regular feedback is collected via messages and call centers. Kitchen agencies use Aadhaar authentication for online invoice generation and digital payments. Urban bodies inspect kitchens at least twice a month, reporting through a mobile app. The National e-Governance Department has praised the IT system of Indira Rasoi Yojana 2025.
Purpose of Rajasthan Indira Rasoi Yojana 2025
This scheme makes sure no poor person in Rajasthan stays hungry and everyone gets fresh, tasty, and nutritious food. With rising prices, even earning ₹100 daily may not cover two meals, leading to hunger. Since its start by Ashok Gehlot, millions have benefited, paying only ₹8 per meal. During the COVID-19 crisis, free meals were provided to needy citizens and candidates for competitive exams.
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Benefits of Rajasthan Indira Rasoi Yojana
- Helps poor and needy people in Rajasthan
- Provides tasty, fresh, and filling two meals daily
- Only ₹8 payment needed per meal for beneficiaries
- Affordable meals for those earning ₹100 daily – two meals for ₹16
- Improves health by providing nutritious food
- Aims to feed 1.34 lakh people daily and 4.87 crore annually, with room to grow
Main Points About Rajasthan Indira Rasoi Yojana 2025
- Cost per meal plate is ₹25, with ₹8 paid by the beneficiary and ₹17 paid by government
- Earlier, meals cost ₹20: ₹8 by beneficiaries and ₹12 by government
- Kitchens are run by NGOs
- District collectors lead district-level committees to monitor and select NGOs
- Paperless operations using the Indira Rasoi web portal
- Urban bodies inspect kitchens twice a month, sending reports through a mobile app
- Rajasthan Sampark Portal collects regular beneficiary feedback by phone
- Planned increase in yearly budget to ₹250 crore for 2024-25 to support more kitchens
Eligibility for Indira Rasoi Yojana 2025
- Only permanent residents of Rajasthan can benefit
- Beneficiaries must be poor and needy with very low income