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Stalin Expands Free Breakfast Scheme to Aided Schools

CM Stalin launches expanded breakfast program for students.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin will launch the extension of the state’s free breakfast scheme to 2,430 government-aided schools, a significant step toward ensuring no child studies on an empty stomach. The inauguration, to be attended by Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann at the invitation of DMK MP P Wilson, underscores the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) government’s commitment to student welfare and educational equity, Stalin announced in a letter to party cadres on August 24, 2025.

The breakfast scheme, initially rolled out in government schools, aims to provide students with a nutritious start to their day, complementing the state’s long-standing noon meal program. “Our goal is to ensure no child attends classes hungry,” Stalin emphasized. “A healthy breakfast before their noon meal sets the foundation for effective learning.” During school inspections, Stalin personally assessed the program’s impact, interacting with students and evaluating food quality. Encouraged by positive feedback, the government decided to expand the initiative to include government-aided schools, benefiting thousands more children across Tamil Nadu.

Stalin highlighted the persistent economic challenges faced by many families, noting that despite Tamil Nadu’s economic progress, some parents struggle to provide breakfast for their children. The scheme addresses this gap, ensuring equitable access to nutrition for students from underprivileged backgrounds. “This is not just about food; it’s about empowering our children to focus on their education,” Stalin said, reinforcing the program’s role in supporting academic performance and overall well-being.

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The initiative draws inspiration from Tamil Nadu’s rich history of social welfare programs. Stalin recalled that in 1920, under Justice Party leader Pitty Theagaraya Chetty, the Madras Legislative Council passed a resolution introducing the noon meal scheme at Thousand Lights Corporation School, laying the foundation for the state’s pioneering nutrition programs. The breakfast scheme builds on this legacy, aligning with the DMK’s vision of inclusive development.

The announcement has generated buzz on platforms like X, with users praising the scheme as a “game-changer for rural students” and a “model for other states.” As Tamil Nadu takes this bold step, the expanded breakfast program is poised to enhance student health and academic outcomes, cementing the state’s reputation as a leader in educational welfare.

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