The State Government on Tuesday announced distribution of free food through Indira Canteens thrice a day across the State till May 24. The announcement is expected to benefit the poor, street vendors and workers during the lockdown period.
The benefit will come through in more than 170 canteens across district and taluk centres, and through food packet distribution in more than 150 canteens and about 30 mobile canteens functioning in Bengaluru city limits. The service commenced from Tuesday in rest of the state while it will commence from Wednesday in Bengaluru.