Akshaya Patra - Food for Education - This blog will share the thoughts on food for education, zero hunger challenge, food security in India, quality education and more.

UP's Education Status - Enrolment, Dropouts and Mid-day Meal

Uttar Pradesh is not only the most populous state of India but also home to India’s largest child population with 200 million aged between five...

 April 13 2018
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Akshaya Patra's Highlights of 2017-18

The Akshaya Patra Foundation is recognised as the world’s largest NGO-run school lunch programme. It is an Indian NGO implementing the Mid-Day...

 April 11 2018
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Consider tax exemption for a cause

The universe has a unique way of working and we never know how and when it brings us an opportunity to support and do something good for others....

 March 30 2018
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5 ways an Indian NGO is empowering children

NGOs address a wide range of social, economic, and environmental concerns. But, every NGO has its own core area of work and influence. Similarly,...

 March 29 2018
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Do items in your shopping basket add up to Rs. 95?

“Your total bill amount is Rs. 3,542”, said the cashier as he handed over the bill to me. I took out my wallet, paid him the amount. And, as...

 March 26 2018
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Valuing food production and tackling food wastage in Akshaya Patra

“Indians waste as much food as the whole of United Kingdom consumes”, cites CSR journal. Not a pretty picture for a country where millions go...

 March 15 2018
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50% Tax Exemption under Section 80G of Income Tax Act

Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) play a crucial role in addressing various socio-environmental issues such as illiteracy, hunger, malnutrition,...

 March 9 2018
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The impact of mid-day meal in Uttar Pradesh

Uttar Pradesh is the most populous state of India. And, it is reported that over the next 10 years, Uttar Pradesh and Bihar will together account...

 March 7 2018
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Unlock Better Educational Opportunities for Children

It is not difficult to bring a smile to the faces of children. But, it can be a challenge trying to ensure a long-lasting smile on their faces....

 March 2 2018
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The impact of mid-day meal in Rajasthan

In 2002, Rajasthan became one of the first states to implement the SC directive of providing cooked mid-day meals in government and government-aided...

 February 27 2018
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