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Amma Canteens in Chennai Record 55% Rise in Visitors After Revamp by CM Vijay
✍️ India Today
🗓 19 Jul 2026, 01:33 PM
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Chennai’s state‑run Amma canteens have seen a 55% increase in footfall following a revamp initiative led by Chief Minister Vijay. The move, aimed at improving facilities and service, has drawn more patrons to the subsidised food outlets.
Chennai’s Amma canteens, part of the state’s subsidised food programme, reported a sharp uptick in patronage after a revamp drive announced by Chief Minister Vijay.
The revamp, launched earlier this year, focused on upgrading kitchen infrastructure, streamlining service processes and enhancing hygiene standards across the network of canteens.
According to the latest figures, footfall at the canteens rose by 55% compared to the same period last year, signalling a positive response from the public.
State officials say the initiative has not only increased revenue for the canteens but also improved the quality of meals served to the community, with plans to extend similar upgrades to other city outlets.
The revamp, launched earlier this year, focused on upgrading kitchen infrastructure, streamlining service processes and enhancing hygiene standards across the network of canteens.
According to the latest figures, footfall at the canteens rose by 55% compared to the same period last year, signalling a positive response from the public.
State officials say the initiative has not only increased revenue for the canteens but also improved the quality of meals served to the community, with plans to extend similar upgrades to other city outlets.