New Delhi, March,18,2026: The Akshaya Patra 5 billion meals milestone was marked during a special event held at Rashtrapati Bhavan in the presence of President Droupadi Murmu. The achievement celebrates 25 years of the organisation’s work in providing meals and supporting children and communities through large scale food programmes.
For over two decades, Akshaya Patra has focused on serving society by providing meals to those who need them most. Its programmes have mainly supported children while also reaching people from different sections of society through large community food initiatives.
The organisation has partnered with government initiatives such as PM POSHAN and Anna Canteens in Andhra Pradesh. Through these programmes, meals are provided regularly to beneficiaries including school children and members of the public who depend on affordable and accessible food services.
The completion of the Akshaya Patra 5 billion meals milestone highlights the scale of the organisation’s operations and its continued commitment to food service programmes. The milestone was recognised during a ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan, attended by dignitaries and officials.
Congratulating the organisation, it was noted that Akshaya Patra has consistently worked to uplift communities by ensuring access to nutritious meals. The organisation was also commended for its role in supporting children and contributing to broader social welfare through its meal distribution programmes.
The message highlighted that initiatives such as PM POSHAN and the Anna Canteens programme have helped reach people across different walks of life. These efforts have strengthened access to meals while supporting the wellbeing of children and families.
The organisation also completed 25 years of service, marking a significant milestone in its journey of community support. Over the years, its programmes have expanded in scale while continuing to focus on the goal of providing meals and supporting education and wellbeing.
Speaking about the achievement, the organisation was congratulated for its continued service and dedication to society. The milestone reflects years of work by teams and partners involved in delivering meals through various programmes.
The message also expressed hope that the organisation will continue its efforts in nourishing the nation’s future. These initiatives contribute to the broader vision of building a Suposhit, Sushikshit and Viksit Bharat.
As Akshaya Patra moves forward after reaching the Akshaya Patra 5 billion meals milestone, the organisation is expected to continue its programmes that support communities and children through large scale meal initiatives.
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