Gujarat expands subsidized meal scheme for construction workers in Ahmedabad

Gujarat expanded its subsidized meal scheme for construction workers by opening 101 new 'Shramik Annapurna' centers across 28 districts. This raises the total number of centers to 394 and increases the daily meal distribution target to approximately 45,000 meals, an increase of about 10,000 meals from the previous average of more than 35,000 meals. The scheme provides meals to workers and their family members at a nominal rate of Rs five per person.

The expansion is part of the state’s effort to make nutritious food accessible to workers in the construction and infrastructure sectors. The scheme, launched in 2017, aims to support workers who contribute to the state's development, requiring increased government funding and local resource allocation.