Assam Enhances Midday Meal Menu to Boost Child Nutrition

The Assam government has revamped the midday meal menu under the PM POSHAN scheme to improve children’s nutrition. The updated menu includes 12 nutritious recipes, featuring millet-based dishes, dal, vegetables, and eggs or soya for a balanced diet.

Meals will vary daily, offering dishes like khichdi, rice with dal, and regional favorites. The revised menu emphasizes local ingredients to make the meals more nutritious and appealing. Schools have been instructed to implement the changes immediately.