Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) — Pilot Launch
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Central or state Act — primary legislation passed by the legislature. Carries binding force and shapes the rules under which citizens, institutions, and markets operate.
Summary
Launched to transfer subsidies directly to beneficiary bank accounts linked to Aadhaar, reducing leakages and middlemen. Initially covered LPG subsidy (PAHAL), scholarships, and MGNREGA wages. Later expanded massively under NDA government.
Key Facts
TypeAct
SourceHistorical Record (Curated)
PublishedTuesday, 1 January 2013
Affected Population1.4 billion citizens, 20 million government employees
Key Numbers
20 million central + state government employees
Rs 3.3 lakh crore transferred via DBT
1,500+ services on UMANG app
GDP: $3.9 trillion (2025 est.)
Key Authorities
Key Stakeholders
Government Context
UPA IICongress-led UPA
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