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Education
Eggs Disappear from Tamil Nadu School Lunches, Raising Concerns
✍️ The New Indian Express
🗓 26 Sep 2026, 08:17 PM
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Reports indicate that eggs have been missing from the midday meal in several Tamil Nadu schools, prompting investigations by the state education department.
Eggs have reportedly vanished from the midday meal in several schools across Tamil Nadu, sparking concern among parents and officials.
The state education department has opened an inquiry into the incident, noting that the eggs, a staple protein source in the school lunch program, were found missing from the distribution trays.
The midday meal scheme, which aims to provide nutritious food to millions of students, has faced logistical challenges in the past, but this is the first documented case of a specific food item disappearing.
Officials say they will review supply chain protocols and conduct a thorough audit of the kitchens and storage facilities to prevent recurrence.
The state education department has opened an inquiry into the incident, noting that the eggs, a staple protein source in the school lunch program, were found missing from the distribution trays.
The midday meal scheme, which aims to provide nutritious food to millions of students, has faced logistical challenges in the past, but this is the first documented case of a specific food item disappearing.
Officials say they will review supply chain protocols and conduct a thorough audit of the kitchens and storage facilities to prevent recurrence.