A controversy has erupted in West Bengal as state-run schools may cease serving eggs under ISKCON's midday meal program. ISKCON asserts that plant-based alternatives like soya chunks, rajma, and paneer offer equivalent or superior protein and nutrients. While eggs are lauded for high-quality protein and muscle-building amino acids, soya provides a complete plant-based protein, fiber, and isoflavones.

In the Budget presented on Monday, the BJP government said that the Hindu religious organisation will provide food in Kolkata schools.

Trinamool Congress leader Derek O'Brien has accused the BJP of attempting to impose vegetarianism by allegedly removing eggs from West Bengal's mid-day meal menu, a move he claims…