The addition of essential vitamins and minerals to rice, known as rice fortification, is an effective and culturally appropriate approach to tackling micronutrient deficiencies in nations where rice is a staple food. India, which accounts for 22% of global rice production and has a population where 65% consume rice daily, is a prime example. With a per capita monthly consumption of 6.8 kilograms of rice, fortification can enhance the nutritional value of rice by replacing nutrients lost during t