A one-day sensitization and awareness program on fortified rice was organized by department of Food & Civil Supplies, Zunheboto on August 21 at the Multi-Purpose Hall, Zunheboto.
A DIRP report informed that ADC Zunheboto, Moakumzuk Tzudir, while addressing the attendees, emphasized the importance of not being misled by social media videos and encouraged everyone to learn from the seminar about the benefits of Fortified rice.
State Technical Officer (PATH) and a resource person of the seminar, Shan Ezung explained the significance of fortified rice, highlighting its micro-nutrient content, including Iron, Vitamins B12, and folic acid. During the seminar, common misconceptions and doubts surrounding fortified rice (Fortified Rice Kernels) being mistaken for plastic rice were clarified. It was informed that FRK was perfectly safe and suitable for human consumption.
The meeting was chaired by inspector Food & Civil Supplies Zunheboto, Alovito T Yeptho, and concluded with a vote of thanks by Phukato Zhimo.