UN WFP Signs MoU To Improve PM POSHAN Scheme

To strengthen the effectiveness of PM POSHAN, the United Nations World Food Program, UN WFP, has struck a deal with a Bengaluru-based NGO (Non-Governmental Organization).

Highlights:

Pradhan Mantri POshan SHakti Nirman is the acronym for Pradhan Mantri POshan SHakti Nirman. Previously, the program was known as the Mid-Day Meal Program.

The Akshara Patra Foundation and the Akshara Patra Foundation inked the agreement.

PM POSHAN Shakti Nirman has received financial help from the World Food Programme. It will help schools improve their mid-day feeding programs.

The NGO will form a steering group. The committee will include officials from the World Food Programme, government agencies, and non-governmental organizations.