Minister acknowledges child’s request
In the video, a child named Shanku is seen making the request while wearing a cap. George responded by stating that the menu would be reviewed, taking his suggestion into account. “The menu will be reviewed, taking Shanku’s suggestion into account,” she said, extending her regards to the child, his mother, and the anganwadi staff.
Anganwadi meal plans and government initiatives
The minister emphasized that anganwadis provide a variety of food options to ensure children receive proper nutrition. “Under this government, a scheme to provide eggs and milk through anganwadis has been successfully implemented. In coordination with the Department of Women and Child Development, local bodies provide a variety of foods in anganwadis,” she said.
Social media reaction and public support
The video, originally posted by Shanku’s mother on Instagram, was filmed while he was eating biryani at home. It quickly went viral, with several people offering to provide the child with biryani and chicken fry. Many social media users supported the request, with some suggesting that the government should reduce food allocations for prisoners and instead improve meals for children in anganwadis.
