This has proved to be extremely effective for the rural and poorer areas, as the mid-day meal is the only healthy meal provided for the day. Through acknowledging the connection between health and education, Bhagwant Mann has placed Punjab on the list of forward-looking states that pay attention to the well-rounded development of children. ---Advertisement---These measures have also improved livelihoods for more than 44,022 women working as cooks under the mid-day meals program in almost 19,700 schools. For women who come from disadvantaged backgrounds, this initiative gives them a sense of dignity, livelihood, and purpose in nation-building. Today, with the leadership of CM Mann, the Mid-Day Meal Scheme has transformed into a case study of good governance that sustains children through nutritious meals, uplifts women, and helps Punjab by building its future through meals.

Source: News 24 December 19, 2025 14:12 UTC