​Pradhan Mantri Poshan Shakti Nirman (PM POSHAN) Scheme

  • On 9th December, 2024, the centre increased ‘Material Cost’ under the Pradhan Mantri Poshan Shakti Nirman (PM POSHAN) Scheme.
  • PM POSHAN Scheme is a centrally sponsored scheme under which one hot cooked meal is served to 11.70 crore students studying in Balvatika and classes I to VIII, in 10.24 lakh Government and Government-aided schools on all school-days.
  • The Scheme aims at providing nutritional support and enhancing school participation of students.
  • It was earlier known as the National Programme of Mid-Day Meal in schools.
  • In September 2021, Mid-Day Meal Scheme was renamed as Pradhan Mantri POSHAN Scheme.
  • The scheme aims at providing nutritional support and enhancing ....
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