Mokokchung March 14 (MExN): Stating that there are reports from several places in India about children’s death or hospitalization after consuming food provided under Mid Day Meal (MDM) Scheme, the Watsü Mungdang today lauded the MTLT for preventing such a hazard by detecting worm-infested rice being distributed under the scheme in Mokokchung Town.
The Mokokchung Town Lanur Telongjem (MTLT) on March 9 alleged that it had discovered worm infested rice being distributed to different schools in Mokokchung Town under the MDM Scheme by the School Education Department.
Stressing that the safety of the children is everyone’s primary concern, the apex Ao women organisation in a press note issued by its President Moachila and General Secretary Toshimenla Walling said that the district administration concerned from the top to bottom must take priority and responsibility to ensure the safety of the children.
“Any organisation or individual who stand against such malpractice should be endorsed and supported by all to get rid of the menace in the society,” it added in a veiled reference to district administration’s apparent displeasure over MTLT’s action.
