Odisha launches 'Gift Milk' to provide fortified milk to schoolkids, aiming to fight malnutrition.

The Odisha government has launched the 'Gift Milk' initiative to provide 200 ml of fortified milk rich in Vitamins A and D to schoolchildren as part of their mid-day meals. Initially piloted in 29 schools in Rairangpur, benefiting 1,184 students, the program is funded by Corporate Social Responsibility and aims to combat malnutrition among children aged 5-15. The initiative plans to expand statewide in the future.

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