Odisha Govt to provide Millet Ladoos to school students from Classes I to X

The Odisha government will offer nutrient-rich ladoos to school pupils in Classes I through X through the PM POSHAN Scheme, the School and Mass Education Department announced Monday.

According to the department, beginning April 1, 2025, pupils in government and government-aided schools would be served three ladoos made of groundnut, sesame, millet, and jaggery during morning assemblies.

The Millet Ladoos, which cost Rs 3.50 apiece, are intended to give a great amount of fiber, iron, healthy fats, and energy.

“These ladoos, prepared with millet, groundnut, sesame, and jaggery, are designed to enhance the energy and nutrition levels of students enrolled from Class I to X under the PM POSHAN Scheme,” said the department in a directive to all district Collectors.

“A detailed list of approximate student numbers will follow in a separate communication to facilitate implementation,” the letter added.