Kochi : A free breakfast scheme for LKG, UKG, lower primary and upper primary students in Thrikkakara constituency was launched on Thursday under the leadership of Thrikkakara MLA Uma Thomas and PT Thomas Foundation.
The project, Subhiksham Thrikkakara, is being implemented with corporate social responsibility support at a cost of Rs 1 crore. A total of 5,071 students from 28 schools will benefit from the initiative. Thomas said, “The initiative was launched with the objective of ensuring that no child had to attend classes hungry. You Can Also Check: Gold Rate in Kochi | Silver Rate in Kochi | Bank Holidays in Kochi | Public Holidays in Kochi Stay updated with the latest Kochi news.
Actor Jayasurya inaugurated the project at St Augustine’s LP School, Thykoodam. The initiative aims to ensure that students receive a nutritious breakfast before attending classes. The event was attended by district collector G Priyanka, Indian volleyball player Tom Joseph, Thrikkakara municipal chairperson Rashid Ullampilly and representatives of schools and the foundation, among others. Download the TOI App.