Mid-Day Meal Scheme

The Mid-Day Meal Scheme is an initiative in India aimed at improving the nutritional status of school-age children. Launched in 1995, it provides free, cooked meals to students in government and aided schools. The scheme encourages school attendance and helps combat hunger and malnutrition among children from low-income families. By offering a daily meal, it fosters a healthy learning environment and supports educational success. The program also promotes local agriculture by sourcing ingredients from nearby farmers, thus benefiting the community.