FCI gets a new performance framework for storage and logistics
The FY 2026-27 agreement covers storage losses, capacity use, logistics, quality control, digitisation and staff capability.
The Department of Food and Public Distribution and the Food Corporation of India have signed an annual performance agreement for FY 2026-27.
The framework sets targets for reducing storage losses, using capacity, improving logistics and quality control, digitising operations and strengthening staff capability. Part of the assessment is linked to depot performance measured through the Depot Darpan portal.
Why it matters
FCI's procurement, storage and distribution network is central to food security and the administration of major public subsidy expenditure. Clear operating measures can make depot and logistics performance more visible.
SCULTRA point of view
The framework becomes useful when baselines, depot-level targets, audited loss rates, logistics costs, stock quality and corrective actions can be compared over time.
Limitations
The public release does not include the complete agreement, target values, measurement rules or prior-year performance. Its effectiveness therefore cannot yet be assessed.
Source: Press Information Bureau / Department of Food and Public Distribution, 8 September 2026.