A new partnership could introduce iron-fortified snacks into India's free meal scheme for children, boosting nutrition levels and potentially improving school performance.

The Strategic Foresight Group writes,

"A new public-private partnership between the governments of Tamil Nadu and Pondicherry, and the food company Britannia could have a significant long term impact on the health of impoverished children. As part of the tie-up, the company will provide iron-fortified biscuits as snacks to Mid-day Meal schemes across the state and union territory.