Gurugram, January 26, 2024: Nissan Motor India Pvt. Ltd. (NMIPL) and The Akshaya Patra Foundation (TAPF) collaborated from January to December 2023 to support the food and nutritional needs of children in Government schools of New Delhi. The initiative reflects a shared commitment to building a healthier future by fostering a robust and educated workforce.
Key Outcomes of the Project:
- NMIPL supported TAPF in providing 50 lakh nutritious meals to students in 2023.
- The program positively impacted over 49,000 students from low-income communities.
- Meals were distributed to over 300 schools, contributing to the health and well-being of each child.
- Well-nourished children are more likely to thrive academically, improving performance and creating increased opportunities for their future endeavors.
The School Meal Program, sponsored by Nissan Motor India, has been effectively implemented through four Akshaya Patra kitchens in New Delhi. This program aligns with the objectives of the Mid-Day Meal initiative by the government, addressing issues such as food security, nutrition enhancement, increased school attendance, reduced dropout rates, and elimination of discrimination among children.
The program's impact on reducing micronutrient deficiencies and strengthening children's immunity against infections has been complemented by regular consumption of Mid-Day Meals. This has improved overall well-being by decreasing anemia prevalence and promoting healthy weight and height development, crucial for their educational journey.
Commenting on the initiative, Mr Rakesh Srivastava, Managing Director, Nissan Motor India, said, “The collaboration between Nissan Motor India and Akshaya Patra reflects our shared commitment to make a lasting difference in the society in alignment with the Prime Minister’s POSHAN initiative. By addressing crucial issues of nutrition and education, we are investing in the future of children. Through this partnership of providing meals, we are addressing the challenge of students supporting them with a promise of better tomorrow driving a positive change and empowering the young generation.”
Expressing the gratitude to Nissan for its invaluable support to this noble cause, Mr Bharatarshabha Dasa, National President Operations and Projects of Akshaya Patra Foundation, has remarked, "We are delighted to share the success of our collaboration with Nissan in serving a substantial number of meals to school students in New Delhi throughout 2023. The School Meal Program, a joint effort with Nissan Motor India, not only aligns with the Prime Minister’s POSHAN initiative but also addresses crucial issues like food security, enhanced nutrition, increased school attendance, reduced dropout rates, and the elimination of discrimination among children. We remain committed to making a lasting difference in the lives of these students."
Nissan Motor India and Akshaya Patra Foundation remain committed to building a brighter and healthier future by nurturing a strong and well-educated workforce. This collaborative effort provides sustained nourishment and empowerment to children, ensuring a future that is both brighter and healthier for them.
