PM POSHAN Assam: Enhancing Nutrition & Education for School Children

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About PM POSHAN Assam

The Pradhan Mantri Poshan Shakti Nirman (PM POSHAN), formerly known as the Mid-Day Meal Scheme, is a flagship initiative by the Government of India designed to enhance nutrition, school enrollment, retention, and attendance among children. In Assam, the scheme is implemented under the Samagra Shiksha Axom program, ensuring that millions of students receive nutritious meals for better growth and learning.

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Key Features of PM POSHAN in Assam

1. Extensive Coverage

• The scheme covers all students in Government, Local Body, and Government-aided primary and upper primary schools.
• As of 2023-24, the scheme benefits 44,340 schools and 40,87,368 children across Assam.

2. Nutritional Norms

PM POSHAN provides well-balanced meals to meet daily calorie and protein requirements.

Stage	Calories Per Day	Protein (grams per day)
Primary (Class 1-5)	450	12
Upper Primary (Class 6-8)	700	20

Each meal includes food grains, pulses, vegetables, oil, salt, and fortified rice.

3. Introduction of Fortified Rice

• Since April 2022, fortified rice enriched with Iron, Vitamin B12, and Folic Acid is provided to tackle malnutrition and anemia.

4. Additional Nutritional Support

• One egg per week per child is provided to improve protein intake.
• Soya-based alternatives are available for vegetarian children.

5. Cooking Cost and Financial Assistance

• The scheme covers the daily cost of meals per student:

Category	Cost Per Child Per Day (₹)
Primary (Class 1-5)	5.45
Upper Primary (Class 6-8)	8.17

6. Implementation and Monitoring

• Includes transportation costs for food grains and honorariums for cooks and helpers to ensure smooth execution.
• Meals are monitored for quality, hygiene, and nutritional standards.
• Technology-driven tools like real-time monitoring and mobile applications help track meal distribution.

7. Impact of PM POSHAN Assam

PM POSHAN significantly contributes to improving child health, cognitive development, and academic performance by addressing malnutrition and hunger. The program promotes:

• Higher school attendance and retention rates.
• Better concentration and learning outcomes.
• Reduced dropout rates among underprivileged children.

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How to Check PM POSHAN Implementation in Assam?

Organization	Website
Samagra Shiksha Axom	ssa.assam.gov.in
Ministry of Education, Govt. of India	pmposhan.education.gov.in

For any queries, parents and teachers can contact local education authorities or visit their nearest Samagra Shiksha Axom office.

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