'Direct cash transfer is unscientific'

Members of National Federation of Indian Women (NFIM), State Committee, who observed ‘Save Nation Day’ here on Tuesday, opposed direct cash transfer scheme.

They also demanded a legislation on Food Security with proper pro-people amendments and emphasised the need for universalisation of Public Distribution System (PDS) for the benefit of the poor.

They spoke on how the direct cash transfer in PDS will affect the system and gives scope to corruption.

Jyothi A, NFIM president said: “The direct cash transfer system will reduce transparency in economy and give rise to social problems. The decision to stop food grains and introduce cash transfer in its place is a unilateral decision and unscientific. Instead of targeted rationing system, we want the government to universalise the PDS.”   

The protesters also opined that with the direct cash transfer system, the economic system is sure to be devastated besides paving way for black markets and filling the coffers of big businessmen.

“There are increased chances of money that is transferred into a female member’s account being misused by others in the family,” said Pramoda Hazare, State Secretary of NFIM.
NFIM members later submitted a memorandum to the Bangalore District Commissioner in this regard.