The concentration and the compounds
used in the project in the two states are given in
Table 3. The fortificants used for wheat flour fortification
are different in Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh, because
the wheat flour in Madhya Pradesh absorbs more moisture
and FeSO4 (Ferrous Sulphate) as a fortifying compound
was leading to discoloration. In addition, considering
high levels of vitamin A deficiency in Madhya Pradesh,
vitamin A was included as one of the fortificants in
addition to iron, folic acid and vitamin B-12.