AMRITSAR, Dec. 6 -- The Punjab government has decided to set up nutri-gardens in 5,073 government schools of the state to improve children's nutrition and future health.

While giving this information, Punjab State Food Commission chairman BM Sharma said that the orders have already been issued to start the work.

Addressing a gathering at a seminar on "Agriculture, Nutrition and Welfare Coordination" during the 19th Punjab International Trade Expo (PITEX) organised by the PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI), Sharma said Punjab has enough food stock, but providing quality and healthy food to people is still a big challenge.

Under this plan, teachers will be trained to develop herbal, fruit, and vegetable gardens on the school p...