PM POSHAN, a government initiative under the Ministry of Education, aims to provide hot meals to children in government and government-aided schools nationwide. The scheme focuses on improving nutrition and education for children in classes 1 to 8, ensuring they receive at least one hot meal daily.
In Madhya Pradesh’s Damoh district, over 1500 women self-help groups are creating job opportunities for around 3,800 local women. These women are now employed as cooks in government schools, contributing to their financial independence and self-reliance. The initiative not only enhances children’s health but also uplifts women by offering them employment opportunities within their communities.
Women from the Lakshmi Self-Help Group in Sahajpur are preparing nutritious meals for children in a government school. With increased wages and stable employment, these women express gratitude for the positive impact of the scheme on their lives. Through PM POSHAN, villagers are finding employment locally, reducing the need to migrate for work and fostering happiness and empowerment within the community.
