The Hotel Federation of Rajasthan (HFR) recently met with Food Safety Department officials to discuss their collaborative efforts in promoting millets and ensuring food safety. This partnership marks a significant step towards promoting healthier food choices in the state.
In this blog, we’ll explore the key discussions from the meeting and the plans for promoting millets across Rajasthan.
Key Officials and Discussions
The meeting brought together important officials including Food Safety Commissioner Iqbal Khan (IAS), Director Pankaj Ojha, and Joint Director S.N. Dholpuria. Director Ojha appreciated HFR’s commitment to millet promotion.
HFR President Hussain Khan assured their continued support for the department’s food safety initiatives.
Collaborative Plans and Initiatives
The federation announced plans to conduct workshops for tourism sector businesses in partnership with food safety authorities.
Director Ojha has made it mandatory to display millet promotion posters from HFR in all department offices, to showcase their efforts for the awareness campaign, and engage others.
Health Benefits of Millets
Food Safety Commissioner Iqbal Khan highlighted the nutritional value of millets. Here are some key points he shared:
- These grains are rich in fiber, protein, magnesium, zinc, and calcium.
- They help in reducing blood pressure, managing blood sugar levels, and controlling cholesterol.
- Their affordability makes them an excellent choice for promoting public health.
Rajasthan’s Millet Advantage
Rakesh Chaudhary, President of HFR Udaipur Division, shared that Rajasthan produces various types of millets including bajra, jowar, barley, maize, amaranth, sanwa, buckwheat, ragi, kangni, kodo, sama, and chickpea.
The state’s mass millet production, combined with their affordability compared to other grains, positions Rajasthan well for this initiative.
Wrapping Up
The collaboration between the Hotel Federation of Rajasthan and the Food Safety Department represents a large step forward in promoting healthier food choices.
With increasing public awareness and the growing popularity of millets in healthy diets, this partnership promises positive outcomes for public health in Rajasthan.
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