Union Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Manohar Lal commended Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and the Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Board (DUSIB) for swiftly introducing 45 affordable food canteens in the city. The inauguration of 45 ‘Atal Canteens’ in Delhi, out of the planned 100, took place on the birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. Manohar Lal emphasized that these canteens aim to prevent hunger among citizens.
Manohar Lal expressed his appreciation for the Delhi government’s initiative on the birth anniversary of Atal Bihari Vajpayee. He highlighted the significance of the Atal Canteens project, initiated at various locations in Delhi, including Nehru Nagar. The Union Minister also mentioned ongoing development projects worth around Rs 72,000 crore in Delhi, with additional initiatives in the pipeline for the National Capital.
Praising the canteen initiative, Manohar Lal described it as more than just a scheme, emphasizing its role in providing dignified assistance to the underprivileged. He stressed that the initiative, offering nutritious meals for only 5 rupees, reflects a commitment to serving the marginalized in society. The Minister underscored the importance of ensuring that no individual in Delhi goes hungry, aligning with the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
