Advanced interdisciplinary techniques for revolutionized government ration dispensing system using IoT

¹ Department of AIMLE, GRIET, Hyderabad, Telangana, India.
² Medical Laboratory Technology Department, College of Medical Technology, The Islamic University, Najaf, Iraq.
³ Department of Information Science Engineering, New Horizon College of Engineering, Bangalore, Karnataka, India.
⁴ Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, Punjab, India.
⁵ Lloyd Institute of Engineering & Technology, Knowledge Park II, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India.

^* Corresponding author: machikuri.santoshikumari@gmail.com

Abstract

The Indian Government is providing grains to those in need at affordable prices through a process known as the Public Distribution System. However, the current distribution methods employed in the public distribution system rely on manual processes, which may lead to errors, be time-consuming, and foster corruption. To address these issues, the proposed work employs Advanced Interdisciplinary Techniques such as RFID cards and readers to authenticate ration cardholders and ensure precise ration dispensing, significantly reducing inaccuracies and fraudulent activities. Furthermore, it incorporates a GSM-based mechanism with OTP authentication, adding an extra layer of security and efficiency. The GSM module sends a one-time password (OTP) to the user’s registered mobile number before dispensing rations, ensuring that only authorized individuals receive their entitled goods. Customers can select the goods they need from the allocation provided by the Government, and the amount will be automatically deducted from their RFID card based on the goods selected. A microcontroller manages the motor and relay to dispense items, while an alarm system alerts in cases of incorrect OTP entries, effectively deterring unauthorized access to rations. This system promises to make the ration distribution process more efficient, transparent, and accountable. Incorporating Advanced Interdisciplinary Techniques for Revolutionized Government Ration Dispensing System Using IoT.