The Mid Day Meal Scheme (MDM), now known as the PM-POSHAN initiative, is a government program in India aimed at providing free, nutritious meals to school children. This initiative aims to address hunger, malnutrition, and improve school attendance.
Goal: To enhance enrollment, retention, and attendance in schools, while also improving nutritional levels among children.
Objectives of the Mid-Day Meal Scheme:

• To improve the nutritional status of children in primary classes (Grades 1 to 5)
• To encourage school enrollment and regular attendance
• To promote social equality by providing a common meal to all children, regardless of background
• To support active learning by addressing classroom hunger
  Meal Details: Nutritious and hygienically prepared meals are served fresh every school day. The menu includes items such as:
• Rice, chapati, and seasonal vegetables
• Pulses (dal) for protein
• Occasional fruits or eggs, depending on availability
• Meals are prepared in accordance with government guidelines for nutritional content.