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Bengal May Adopt Odisha's Midday Meal Model Amid Egg Row
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 29 Jun 2026, 11:01 AM
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West Bengal is reportedly considering adopting Odisha's successful midday meal formula. This comes in the wake of a controversy involving ISKCON and the provision of eggs in the state's school meals.
The West Bengal government is exploring the possibility of implementing a midday meal system similar to that in Odisha. This potential policy shift follows recent discussions and controversies surrounding the inclusion of eggs in the meals provided to students.
Sources indicate that the state is looking at Odisha's established model, which has been recognized for its effectiveness. The move appears to be a response to challenges and debates that have arisen concerning the current midday meal provisions in West Bengal.
While specific details of the proposed adoption are yet to be finalized, the consideration highlights the state's focus on improving its school nutrition programs.
Sources indicate that the state is looking at Odisha's established model, which has been recognized for its effectiveness. The move appears to be a response to challenges and debates that have arisen concerning the current midday meal provisions in West Bengal.
While specific details of the proposed adoption are yet to be finalized, the consideration highlights the state's focus on improving its school nutrition programs.