The Mid-Day Meal (MDM) program in Uttarakhand provides hot meals to children in primary and upper primary schools. The program is implemented by the Department of Education.
Features of the MDM program in Uttarakhand
- The program is implemented in all primary schools, aided primary schools, and EGS/AIE centers.
- The program was extended to upper primary schools in educationally backward blocks in 2008.
- The program was extended to all upper primary schools in the state in 2008.
- The program includes provisions for nutrition support for children in drought-affected areas during summer vacation.
- The program includes provisions for cook-cum-helpers