The Andhra Pradesh Primary Teachers’ Association (APPTA) has formally requested authorities to increase the rice quota for students under the mid-day meal scheme. The association cites improved food quality and student engagement as reasons for the current shortage.

  • APPTA has requested an increase in rice allocation for students.
  • Current allocation: 100g for primary and 150g for high school students.
  • Improved meal quality has led to increased student consumption.

Leaders of the Andhra Pradesh Primary Teachers’ Association (APPTA) have approached the state authorities to revise the rice allocation under the mid-day meal scheme. The association argues that the current quantities provided to students are no longer sufficient to meet the demand.

In a formal communication addressed to Samagra Shiksha State Project Director B. Srinivasa Rao, the association’s State president, K. Prakash Rao, and general secretary M.G. Mehdi highlighted the growing gap between supply and actual consumption. They noted that the program's success in improving food quality has inadvertently created a logistical challenge.

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Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that as nutritional standards improve, student participation in school meal programs tends to rise. In Andhra Pradesh, the implementation of an attractive menu and high-quality rice has successfully encouraged students to consume their meals regularly, leading to a higher depletion rate of the allocated stock.

The success of the meal program in attracting students has necessitated a strategic review of the current nutritional quotas.

Under the existing framework, primary school students are allocated 100 grams of rice per person, while high school students receive 150 grams. The association maintains that these figures must be reviewed to ensure that no child goes hungry due to administrative shortages.

Historical Background

The Mid-Day Meal Scheme, a flagship nutritional program in India, was designed to combat classroom hunger and improve enrollment rates. As states like Andhra Pradesh refine their menus to meet modern nutritional guidelines, the demand for raw materials like rice and pulses has seen a significant upward trend.

Did You Know?: The Mid-Day Meal scheme is recognized as one of the largest school feeding programs in the world.

Frequently Asked Questions

Question 1: What is the current rice quota per student?
Answer: Currently, it is 100g for primary students and 150g for high school students.

Question 2: Who requested the increase in allocation?
Answer: The Andhra Pradesh Primary Teachers’ Association (APPTA) led by K. Prakash Rao and M.G. Mehdi.