Government schemes
What is PM POSHAN?
PM POSHAN is a centrally sponsored run by the Ministry of Education, launched in 2021.
The detail
| Ministry | Education |
|---|---|
| Launched | 2021 |
| Type | centrally sponsored |
| Funding | 60:40 Centre:State for recurring costs; 90:10 NE and Himalayan; foodgrain cost 100% Centre |
| Aim | One hot cooked meal to children of pre-primary and classes I-VIII in government and aided schools; renamed from Mid Day Meal Scheme |
Commonly confused: Now under Education ministry and renamed PM POSHAN (2021); distinct from POSHAN Abhiyaan (WCD).
Source: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Midday_Meal_Scheme
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