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  1. Kerala
  2. Gujarat
  3. Maharashtra
  4. Karnataka
  5. Telangana
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Option 3 : Maharashtra

  • The Maharashtra government launched 'Atal Aahar Yojna' for construction workers in the state on 7 March 2019.
  • Under the yojana, construction workers will be provided nutritious and hygienic food at their workplace for just Rs 5.
  • The Yojana will be implemented in some areas of the state on a pilot basis and later its scope will be expanded.
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