The Hindu·3 min read·easy
Andhra Pradesh introduces millet ‘chikki’ in government schools to boost student nutrition
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P. Sujatha Varma
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The Andhra Pradesh government has replaced traditional peanut 'chikki' with a more nutritious millet-based version in government schools. This initiative aims to improve student health by increasing intake of fiber, calcium, and iron through the mid-day meal program.
Replacing the conventional peanut ‘chikki’ served in the government schools under the Dokka Seethamma Mid-Day Meal Scheme, the Andhra Pradesh government has introduced the peanut millet jaggery ‘chikki’, a more nutritious millet-based alternative.
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