October 9, 2024 4:48 PM

Government approves five-year extension of fortified rice supply

The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the continuation of the universal supply of fortified rice under all government schemes, including the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY) and other welfare initiatives. This decision extends the program from July 2024 through December 2028. The fortified rice initiative will remain a central sector scheme, fully funded by the Government of India under PMGKAY's food subsidy program. This unified approach aims to t...