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Derek O'Brien accuses BJP Bengal government of imposing vegetarianism via midday meal changes
The Hindu··24 Jun
The Hindu reported that TMC leader targeted finance minister Swapan Dasgupta's budget mention of ISKCON assisting school meals, alleging eggs would be replaced with plant protein after BJP's fish-eating campaign theatrics during elections.
Prism
What It Means For You
- School meal menus affect child nutrition statewide.
- Political fights over food policy may intensify.
- ISKCON partnership details remain under scrutiny.
What's Happening
- Derek O'Brien attacked BJP over midday meals.
- Budget cited ISKCON role in meal distribution.
- Reports suggest eggs may be removed from menus.
Political Backdrop
- BJP presented its first Bengal budget Monday.
- TMC lost the recent assembly election.
- Egg-throwing featured in campaign protests.
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