Agartala, March 31 -- Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Monday launched mid-day meal services for the patients' families at Rs 10 in Agartala Government Medical College and GB Pant Hospital.

CM Saha said that this is a historic initiative and a special step by the Health Department.

"Many patients from across the state come to AGMC and GB Pant Hospital. Not only the patients but also their family members accompany them and have to wait for treatment. They often face food-related issues, which is why, with the help of Rogi Kalyan Samiti and the Rotary Club, we have decided to provide mid-day meals at just Rs 10 for the family members. What I have seen is that rice, vegetables, egg curry, and dal are available. Getting such food for ju...