Sir — This refers to the article, “India is self-sufficient, but millions go hungry” (October 3) by Joginder Singh. According to a report by the Public Health Foundation of India, four out of 10 children in our country suffer from stunted growth as a result of malnutrition.
The Indian economy has to face the problem of stunted workforce in future. Another report says that the value of the food lost in India is Rs 92,000 crore. Why can’t the Government buy food from the farmers at minimum support priceIJ This will stop incidents of farmer suicides. In addition to the mid-day meals, the Government can also distribute food to the students.