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Why low-price canteens are an instant hit in India

Canteens are aimed at the working class
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Canteens are aimed at the working class
Karnataka is the latest state to join the low-cost food bandwagon.

These canteens are aimed at the working class in the cities who who struggle for meals. Here's what some states are up to
Karnataka
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Karnataka
The Siddaramaiah government announced Indira canteens in the state budget.The canteens will offer breakfast at Rs 5 and lunch and dinner at Rs 10 per plate.

Of the total 198 canteens planned, 101 were launched on August 16 and the rest would start functioning from October 2.
Tamil Nadu
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Tamil Nadu
Launched in 2013, Amma canteens are hugely popular in the state. The menu includes idli and pongal for breakfast.

Varieties of pre-mixed rice dishes for lunch and chapattis are served with daal for dinner.
Rajasthan
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Rajasthan
Food is served three times at Annapurna Rasois. While breakfast costs Rs 5 a plate, lunch and dinner is availabale for Rs 8 each.

The government of Rajasthan launched it with the vision to provide home-cooked food outside to those who are not in a position to afford it.
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