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actHistoricalTuesday, 15 August 1995

National Programme of Nutritional Support to Primary Education (Mid-Day Meal Scheme)

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Summary
Launched to boost primary school enrollment and attendance by providing free cooked meals to children in government schools. Eventually became the world's largest school feeding programme, covering over 12 crore children.
Key Facts
TypeAct
SourceHistorical Record (Curated)
PublishedTuesday, 15 August 1995
Affected Population~350 million students, 10 million teachers
Key Numbers
Education budget: Rs 1.25 lakh crore (2025-26)
1.5 million schools, 1,100+ universities
70% gross enrollment ratio target by 2030
PM-JAY: 55 crore beneficiaries
Key Authorities
Ministry of EducationUGCAICTEMinistry of Social Justice & EmpowermentNITI Aayog
Key Stakeholders
StudentsTeachers & FacultyUniversitiesBPL FamiliesSenior CitizensPersons with Disabilities
Government Context
NDA IIIBJP-led NDA
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Education173 tracked→Social Protection1061 tracked→Health126 tracked→
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