Kerala Government to Review Anganwadi Menu After Child's Viral Biryani Request

A young boy's plea for biryani and chicken fry instead of upma has prompted officials to consider changes to Anganwadi meals for children.

A viral video shows a Kerala boy named Shanku requesting biryani and chicken fry instead of upma at his Anganwadi center.
The video, shared by Shanku's mother on Instagram, has garnered over 3.5 million views and widespread support from social media users.
Kerala's Health Minister Veena George acknowledged the boy's request and announced plans to review the Anganwadi menu for nutritional variety.
Anganwadis in Kerala currently serve a range of meals, including eggs and milk, under government nutrition programs.
With over 33,000 Anganwadis in the state, the potential menu changes aim to balance nutritional needs with children's preferences.