Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced in the Budget
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman emphasised a comprehensive program focused on vegetables and fruits, recognising the increasing awareness among the population regarding their nutritional needs. This shift indicates a move towards a healthier society, as rising income levels contribute to increased consumption of vegetables, fruits, and other nutritious foods. The government plans to support this trend with targeted initiatives to enhance the availability and accessibility of these essential food items, ensuring that the benefits of improved nutrition reach a broader segment of the population.
The Union Finance Minister said that it is encouraging that people are increasingly becoming aware of their nutritional needs. It is a sign of a society becoming healthier. With rising income levels, the consumption of vegetables, fruits and Shree-Anna is increasing significantly. A comprehensive programme to promote production, efficient supplies, processing, and remunerative prices for farmers will be launched in partnership with states. She further added that appropriate institutional mechanisms for the implementation and participation of farmer-producer organizations and cooperatives will be set up.