Indira Canteens
Indira Canteens are a series of low-cost canteens established by the Government of Karnataka in India. The initiative was launched on August 16, 2017, with the aim of providing affordable and nutritious food to the urban poor. The canteens are named after Indira Gandhi, the former Prime Minister of India.
History[edit | edit source]
The concept of Indira Canteens was inspired by the success of the Amma Unavagam in Tamil Nadu, which was initiated by the late J. Jayalalithaa. The project was announced in the 2017-18 Karnataka state budget by the then Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. The first canteen was inaugurated in Bengaluru.
Operations[edit | edit source]
Indira Canteens are managed by the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) in Bengaluru and by respective municipal corporations in other cities. The canteens serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner at highly subsidized rates. Breakfast is priced at ₹5, while lunch and dinner are priced at ₹10 each.
Menu[edit | edit source]
The menu at Indira Canteens includes a variety of traditional South Indian dishes. Breakfast options typically include idli, vada, and upma. Lunch and dinner menus feature items such as sambar rice, curd rice, and vegetable pulao.
Impact[edit | edit source]
Indira Canteens have been widely appreciated for their role in addressing urban hunger and providing food security to the economically disadvantaged sections of society. They have also been credited with improving the nutritional intake of the urban poor.
Challenges[edit | edit source]
Despite their success, Indira Canteens have faced several challenges, including issues related to food quality, hygiene, and financial sustainability. There have also been instances of political controversies surrounding the initiative.
Future Plans[edit | edit source]
The Government of Karnataka has plans to expand the network of Indira Canteens to other cities and towns across the state. There are also proposals to introduce mobile canteens to reach underserved areas.
Related Pages[edit | edit source]
- Amma Unavagam
- Government of Karnataka
- Siddaramaiah
- Indira Gandhi
- Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike
- Food security in India
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