Fortified rice under PDS in Chhattisgarh from April 1

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In a bid to increase the nutritional value of rice distributed to ration card holders, the Chhattisgarh government will distribute fortified rice (FRK) under one of its ambitious PDS schemes from April 1.

An official Communication said on Monday that FRK is loaded with micronutrients like iron, folic acid, Vitamin B-12 and several Minerals that provide essential nourishment to the body and help prevent various diseases.

The communiqu added that in preparation of FRK of this kind, 99 percent normal

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rice and 1 percent fortified rice is used, which may give a slightly different colour and shape than normal rice.

The mixture eliminates the deficiency of additional nutrients in human body and increases immunity against diseases.

The communiqu said that FRK must not be separated while using it and urged consumers to consume the nutritious rice for better Health.