Fortified Rice Scheme Extended till 2028:
The Union Cabinet has approved the continuation of universal supply of fortified rice under all government schemes till December 2028 with 100% central funding of ₹17,082 crore. A nutrition intervention programme to supply rice fortified with Iron, Folic Acid, and Vitamin B12 through government food safety nets. Aims to combat anaemia, malnutrition, and hidden hunger in India. Started in Pilot phase launched in 2019. National scale-up approved in 2022 for universal coverage. Nodal Ministry & Agency :Department of Food and Public Distribution (DFPD) under the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution.Technical standards framed by FSSAI (Food Safety and Standards Authority of India).
