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Karnataka Government Distributes Eggs and Bananas to School Children in Seven Districts to Combat Malnutrition
The state welfare department supplied eggs and bananas to government school students in Bidar, Raichur, Kalaburagi, Yadgiri, Koppal, Ballari and Vijayapura as part of an expanded midday‑meal programme.
The Karnataka welfare department has rolled out a nutrition drive that provides eggs and bananas to children attending government schools in seven districts. The move targets students in Bidar, Raichur, Kalaburagi, Yadgiri, Koppal, Ballari and Vijayapura to address persistent malnutrition among school‑age children.
Under the scheme, children who consume eggs receive a daily egg portion, while those who do not are given a banana. The food items are distributed alongside the regular hot midday meal, ensuring that every child receives additional protein and essential nutrients.
Officials said the distribution process has been successfully implemented across the listed districts, with school authorities coordinating the hand‑out during lunch periods. The initiative forms part of the state’s broader welfare programme aimed at improving child health outcomes.
The department expects the added nutrition to boost students' growth, concentration and overall well‑being, thereby supporting their academic performance and long‑term health.
Under the scheme, children who consume eggs receive a daily egg portion, while those who do not are given a banana. The food items are distributed alongside the regular hot midday meal, ensuring that every child receives additional protein and essential nutrients.
Officials said the distribution process has been successfully implemented across the listed districts, with school authorities coordinating the hand‑out during lunch periods. The initiative forms part of the state’s broader welfare programme aimed at improving child health outcomes.
The department expects the added nutrition to boost students' growth, concentration and overall well‑being, thereby supporting their academic performance and long‑term health.