The free Annadhanam scheme kitchens of several temples including Sri Kapaleeswarar and Sri Parthasarathy Perumal temples have been opened to serve food to the homeless and daily wage labourers, who are staying at community halls of the Chennai Corporation. His work starts at 7 a.m. and is on till 11.30 a.m., when the food is sent to the hall. “Initially, we were providing food in silver foil containers, but now we are supplying the food in large containers, which is as per the request of the local body. Our kitchen can supply food for up to 150 persons,” said a staff at the Kapaleeswarar temple. We will ensure supplies till the lockdown is lifted,” said M. Vallalar, Aavin managing director.

Source: The Hindu March 29, 2020 18:15 UTC