Last Updated on: 8th September 2024, 02:14 am
The Punjab government recently launched a new free milk program in South Punjab aimed at supporting primary school children. Under the initiative, 4 lac students in 3527 schools will receive free milk packets. The program was officially launched by Maryam Nawaz on September 5 at a government school in Dera Ghazi Khan.
At the inauguration, She stressed her commitment to improving the education system in Punjab and assured that all necessary resources would be provided to the children.
3527 Schools in South Punjab will Receive Free Milk
Maryam Nawaz introduced this new initiative to combat child malnutrition in South Punjab. The ‘School Nutrition Program’ aims to make sure that all children with nutritional problems get the nutrition they need. The program will begin with the distribution of milk packets to students from kindergarten to 5th grade in more than 3,500 schools in the region.
What is the meaning of malnutrition?
Malnutrition occurs when the body does not receive the right balance of nutrients it needs to function properly. This can be caused by inadequate nutrition, an unbalanced diet, or difficulty in absorbing nutrients.
Punjab Govt Introduced School Nutrition Program
Maryam Nawaz stressed in her speech that the Programme will soon be expanded to cover the entire Punjab. The first step is already underway: four lac children will receive a 175 ml carton of milk daily. This effort is part of a broader plan to ensure that young students across the province have access to nutritious meals.
Which regions of south Punjab receive free milk?
Currently, the Programme covers three districts in southern Punjab
- Dera Ghazi Khan
- Rajanpur
- Muzaffargarh
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What are the benefits of the free milk scheme for schools?
Malnutrition is a widespread problem in southern Punjab, where many students come to school on empty stomachs. The free milk scheme aims to address this problem by providing free milk to children. The Education Minister will monitor the program and make sure that it is implemented over the next five years. Maryam Nawaz visited a government primary school in Dera Ghazi Khan to discuss the curriculum with the students and distribute milk packets.
The plan includes adding more meals in the future to combat poverty and malnutrition. Maryam Nawaz also encouraged other provinces to introduce similar Programmes in their schools.
Proposed changes in schools under the School Nutrition Programme
Maryam Nawaz stressed the administration’s commitment to significantly improve the curriculum and overall quality of education. The administration is also making efforts to enhance sports facilities in schools, which will contribute to the overall development of children. She praised the Education Ministry’s commitment, led by Minister Rana Sikandar Hayat, to responsible resource use for the benefit of the public.
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Last Words
The Punjab government’s initiative to provide free milk to 4 lac students in over 3527 schools in southern Punjab is an important step in the fight against malnutrition. The program, launched by Maryam Nawaz, aims to improve the health and nutrition of young students and there are plans to expand it across the province.