PM Poshan-Mid day Meal Scheme (MDMS) centralised kitchen was launched on Wednesday, at Government Primary School (GPS) Lengrijan, Dimapur.
In a press release, Community Educational Centre Society (CECS) informed that deputy commissioner (DC) and chairman of PM Poshan Dimapur, Sachin Jaiswal lauded the Department of School Education (DoSE) on the initiative of the PM Poshan in collaboration with implementation agency CECS Dimapur.
In his inaugural speech, the DC remarked that this was a step forward and would do much for the welfare of children.
“Whenever we try to do something new, we have apprehensions but we should break the shackle of comfort zone and work towards the betterment of the community”, Sachin stated.
He encouraged the gathering by saying that it was actions that eradicated doubts and that the community should cooperate in order to lay apprehensions to rest.
In their special addresses, DoSE director Wonthungo Tsopoe and CECS director Subonenba Longkumer said this was an opportune moment and a challenge to do better towards the wellness of children.
The programme was chaired by AEO & PM Poshan coordinator Kikali Achumi, welcome address was delivered by senior SDEO Dimapur Apokla Longkumer while vote of thanks was proposed by L. SMC chairman, GPS Lengrijan, Panger Yaden followed by serving of meal to around 450 children and staff.
The programme was graced by various dignitaries and representatives from organisations and government schools.
Tuesday, August 25, 2026