Section 4(6) in Chhattisgarh Public Distribution System (Control) Order, 2004
(6)Ration card of families living above poverty line (APL) shall be issued by the Gram Panchayat in rural areas, in urban areas, by Local Bodies; Authority of Special Area Development Authority and Cantonment Board of Cantonment areas shall prepare and issue ration cards to consumers in their respective jurisdiction. Distinctive ration cards shall be issued by the officer authorized by the Collector to families living below poverty line (BPL).
