Cabinet approves supply of fortified rice under welfare schemes till Dec 2028 at cost of Rs 17,082 cr:

Cabinet approves supply of fortified rice under welfare schemes till Dec 2028 at cost of Rs 17,082 cr:

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Category : National Published on: October 14 2024

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  • The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has approved the continuation of the universal supply of Fortified Rice under all schemes of the Government including Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY) and Other Welfare Schemes etc. in its present form, from July 2024 and upto December 2028.
  • Food fortification has been used globally as a safe and effective measure to address anaemia and, micronutrient malnutrition in the vulnerable population.
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