Five government schoolteachers in Rajasthan were suspended for allegedly selling milk powder meant for mid-day meals to sweet manufacturers. A high-level committee is investigating the incident, with a report due in four days. The education department is implementing stricter checks on food stock and distribution to prevent future misuse.
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