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In a bid to promote healthy eating, McDonald's India has added a new 'Millet Bun Burger' to its menu. The bun is made with five different types of millets: jowar, bajra, ragi, proso, and kodo. The innovative product was developed in collaboration with the Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI) in Mysuru. Millets are a diverse group of cereals, including pearl, proso, foxtail, barnyard, little, kodo, browntop, and finger millets. The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) also recognizes fonio, sorghum (great millet), and teff as millets. The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) declared 2023 as the International Year of Millets (IYM 2023) in March 2021. Millets are known for their ability to grow in arid conditions with minimal inputs and withstand climate change. This makes them an ideal solution for countries looking to improve self-sufficiency and reduce dependence on imported cereals. The multi-millet bun was developed using a food technology developed by CFTRI, which enhances the nutritional value of food products. Union Minister Jitendra Singh praised McDonald's for its use of indigenous technology in the development of the 'Millet Bun Burger.' He said, Videshi turns to Swadeshi, and welcomed the move. The minister also called it a proud moment showcasing how Indian innovation and traditional nutrition are reshaping global food trends.
