The institution that immediately comes to mind when we speak of food security is the public distribution system, the nation-wide network of ration shops that provide subsidised food grains. But over the past decade, another initiative, at the level of state governments, has made an impact – government canteens. The Indira Rasois of Rajasthan, the Amma Unavagams of Tamil Nadu …
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah inaugurated a Indira Canteen at Kempegowda International Airport on Monday, announcing plans for 600 more across the State, including Bengaluru. Speaking at the unveiling ceremony, organised by the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike, Mr. Siddaramaiah highlighted the significance of the canteen, expected to cater to a large number of customers, especially airport cab drivers and BMTC bus drivers. …
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Friday announced that millets would be introduced in Indira Canteens, mid-day meals in schools, anganwadis, and public distribution system. Export of millet seeds Mr. Siddaramaiah also directed the officials to take the initiative of exporting sowing seeds of millets from Karnataka to different countries. Union Minister of State for Agriculture Shobha Karandlaje expressed concern that the …
