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Tamil Nadus Chief Minister to launch an expanded breakfast scheme for middle school students, enhancing nutrition and attendance. Tamil Nadu Expands Breakfast Scheme to Middle School Students
CM Vijay launches expanded Perunthalaivar Kamarajar Breakfast Scheme
The expansion will benefit around 15.3 lakh students studying in Classes VI to VIII across 15,454 government and government-aided schools in the State
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TN CM Vijay launches expanded breakfast scheme for Classes VI to VIII
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 22 (IANS) Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, C. Joseph Vijay, on Tuesday launched the expanded Perunthalaivar Kamaraj Breakfast Scheme, extending free morning meals to students of Classes VI to VIII in government and government-aided schools across the State. Vijay inaugurated the expansion at the Corporation Middle School in Gandhigram, Thiruvanmiyur, Chennai. He served pongal to students before sitting with them and having breakfast. The expansion will bring an additional 15.30 lakh students under the programme. Overall, 34.64 lakh children studying in 44,984 government and government-aided schools will now benefit from the scheme. The State government has allocated an additional 217.63 crore for implementing the expanded programme. It has been introduced in all districts except the Madurantakam constituency in Chengalpattu district and Dharapuram in Tiruppur district, where Assembly bye-elections are scheduled. The breakfast programme was originally introduced in 2022 by then Chief Minister M.K. Stalin during the DMK government. It was initially intended for students of Classes I to V in government schools and was subsequently extended to government-aided institutions. The programme was designed to combat malnutrition among children, improve school attendance and encourage students to continue their education without dropping out. Before the latest expansion, it covered 19.34 lakh students studying in 37,447 government and government-aided schools. After the TVK government assumed office, the programme was renamed the Perunthalaivar Kamaraj Breakfast Scheme. Vijay later announced that it would be extended to Classes VI, VII and VIII. The launch had initially been scheduled for September 17, coinciding with social reformer Periyar E.V. Ramasamys birth anniversary. It was postponed to September 22 because Vijay was visiting London to attract industrial investments to Tamil Nadu. Under the prescribed weekly menu, students will be served upma on Monday, khichdi on Tuesday, pongal on Wednesday, upma on Thursday and a sweet dish on Friday. Authorities have been instructed to ensure that the food is nutritious and prepared in hygienic conditions. CM Vijay also directed officials to conduct regular inspections of kitchens and dining areas, maintain cleanliness and closely monitor the quality and timely distribution of meals to students.
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Tamil Nadu expands Kamarajar Breakfast Scheme to Classes 6-8
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Tamil Nadu CM Vijay to launch expanded Kamarajar Breakfast Scheme for Classes 6-8
Under the expansion, the free breakfast scheme, which was previously available to students from Classes 1 to 5, will now cover students from Classes 6 to 8 in government and government-aided schools across the state
Rain, thunderstorms and strong winds forecast across Tamil Nadu
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 22 (IANS) Several parts of Tamil Nadu are likely to experience rain accompanied by thunderstorms and strong winds on Tuesday as the southwest monsoon remains active over the region, the Regional Meteorological Centre in Chennai said. According to the latest forecast, one or two places in districts along the Western Ghats and southern Tamil Nadu may receive light to moderate rain with thunderstorms and lightning during the day. Strong surface winds reaching speeds of up to 50 kmph are also likely in these areas. Residents have been advised to remain cautious during thunderstorms and avoid taking shelter under trees or near weak structures. The weather department said the southwest monsoon had intensified, bringing rainfall to several places across Tamil Nadu and the neighbouring Union Territory of Puducherry. One or two places in the remaining districts of Tamil Nadu, as well as Puducherry and Karaikal, are also likely to receive light rain accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning. The unsettled weather is expected to continue on Wednesday. The forecast indicated that isolated places in the Western Ghats districts could receive moderate rain accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning and strong winds. Chennai, Kancheepuram, Chengalpattu, Tiruvallur and Ranipet districts may also experience moderate rain with thunderstorms at one or two places on Wednesday. The forecast offers some relief from the prevailing heat and humidity in several parts of the State. However, sudden spells of rain and gusty winds could disrupt traffic and other outdoor activities, particularly during the evening and night hours. In Chennai, the sky is expected to remain partly cloudy during the day. Thunderstorms accompanied by moderate rain are likely in some parts of the city and its suburbs towards the evening or at night. Motorists have been urged to exercise caution as rain could lead to slippery roads, poor visibility and waterlogging in low-lying areas. Fishermen and people undertaking outdoor work have also been advised to closely monitor weather updates. The weather department is continuing to monitor monsoon conditions and has asked district administrations and the public to remain alert to localised thunderstorms, lightning and sudden strong winds. Further updates will be issued if weather conditions intensify or warnings become necessary for any particular district. People have been advised to follow official alerts and avoid unnecessary travel during periods of heavy rain, lightning or strong winds.
CM Vijay to launch expanded Kamaraj breakfast scheme for classes VI-VIII
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 22 (IANS) Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, C. Joseph Vijay, will launch the expanded Perunthalaivar Kamaraj Breakfast Scheme at the Greater Chennai Corporation Middle School in Gandhigram, Thiruvanmiyur, on Tuesday. Preparations were under way across the state, with workers cooking breakfast in government and government-aided schools ahead of the inauguration. The expansion will bring students from Classes VI to VIII under the scheme, extending its coverage beyond primary schoolchildren. The breakfast programme was originally introduced by then Chief Minister M.K. Stalin in 2022 for students of Classes I to V in government schools. It was aimed at tackling malnutrition among children, improving school attendance and encouraging students to continue their education without dropping out. The scheme was subsequently extended to government-aided schools. Before the latest expansion, it covered 19.34 lakh students studying in 37,447 government and aided schools across Tamil Nadu. After the TVK government assumed office, the programme was renamed the Chief Minister Kamaraj Breakfast Scheme. Vijay later announced that it would be extended to Classes VI, VII and VIII, bringing an additional 15.30 lakh students within its ambit. Following the expansion, the programme will benefit a total of 34.64 lakh students studying in 44,984 government and government-aided schools. The state government has allocated an additional 217.63 crore for implementing the extended scheme. The launch had initially been scheduled for September 17, marking the birth anniversary of social reformer Periyar E.V. Ramasamy. However, it was postponed as the Chief Minister was in London to attract industrial investments to Tamil Nadu. The scheme will be implemented across the state from Tuesday, except in Chengalpattu and Tiruppur districts, where by-elections are under way in the Madurantakam and Dharapuram Assembly constituencies, respectively. Under the prescribed weekly menu, students will be served upma on Mondays, khichdi on Tuesdays, pongal on Wednesdays and upma again on Thursdays. A sweet dish will be served on Fridays. School authorities and food preparation workers have been instructed to ensure that meals are cooked hygienically and served on time. Officials expect the wider coverage to improve nutrition, attendance and learning outcomes among middle-school students, particularly those from economically weaker families.
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