♦ Union Minister for Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution Pralhad Joshi launched the Depot Darpan, Anna Mitra, and Anna Sahayata apps in New Delhi on 20 May 2025.

♦ The apps are aligned with the government’s aim of advancing the country’s food security through digital innovation.

♦ The Depot Darpan mobile app will allow supervisory officials to track warehouse performance anytime, anywhere, supporting better decision making.

♦ It is integrated with smart warehousing technologies, CCTV Surveillance and IoT sensors. 

♦ On the other hand, the Anna Sahyata app is a first-of-its-kind voice and message grievance platform which will allow citizens to register complaints in their local languages with real-time tracking and feedback.

♦ Further, Anna Mitra will act as real real-time command centre for ration distribution for FDS dealers, Food Inspectors, District Officials, among others.

♦ It will also provide information on monthly sales, inspection reports and government updates.