Parliamentary Panel Review on PM-POSHAN
In March 2026, a Parliamentary Standing Committee on Education submitted its report on Pradhan Mantri Poshan Shakti Nirman (PM POSHAN) in the Parliament and recommended expanding its scope to address adolescent nutrition gaps and improve educational outcomes.
Major Recommendations by the Committee
Proposal to Introduce Breakfast
- Schools should provide at least a light breakfast along with the existing midday meal.
- Morning nutrition is expected to improve concentration and cognitive performance.
Expansion of Coverage
- The Committee recommended expanding the scheme in a phased manner:
- Immediate extension up to Class 10.
- Gradual expansion up to Class 12 within five years.
Focus on Adolescent ....
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- 1 PM Schools for Rising India (PMSHRI) Scheme
- 2 11 Years of Jan Suraksha Schemes
- 3 National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP)
- 4 Skills Outcomes Fund: Unlocking Aspirational Livelihood Opportunities for Youths
- 5 11 Years of PM MUDRA Yojana: Funding the Unfunded
- 6 MCA Expands Eligibility Criteria of the Prime Minister Internship Scheme
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- 9 Immigration, Visa, Foreigners Registration & Tracking (IVFRT) Scheme
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