From one humble kitchen in Bengaluru to serving over 2.35 million children every school day - our 25 year journey has been powered by compassion, innovation and you.
Today, Akshaya Patra operates 78 kitchens across 16 states and 3 Union Territories, serving over 23,000 schools under the PM POSHAN initiative - ensuring every child can learn, dream and thrive without hunger holding them back.
Each contribution strengthens our vision to keep them nourished and help more children learn.
Akshaya Patra: Who we are
As an implementing partnering of the Government of India’s PM POSHAN initiative, Akshaya Patra works on a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model. The efforts are in direct alignment with two critical Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): SDG 2 – Zero Hunger and SDG 4 – Quality Education. Supported by thousands of partners and individuals, the Foundation remains committed to efficiency and compassion.
Recognised. Respected. Trusted.

Stories that shaped us

Arushi aspires to open a beauty parlour
“I want to open a beauty parlour one day. I love doing makeup and making people look beautiful.”

Rahul Gargi - The Young Entrepreneur in the Making
"I want to start my own animal husbandry centre. I will complete basic graduation,” he says, “because to run a business, you need to be educated too."

Gourab Aspires to Represent India in FIFA World Cup
“If our country goes to the FIFA World Cup, I want to be a part of the team. It would be an honour to play for India. After school, I play football. My favourite player is Neymar, and I aspire to be like him.”

Dayal Dan, a teacher in Bikaner supports the school lunch programme
“Mostly, the people here are labourers. They must be getting some support and must be relieved that their children get good quality food. Definitely, there has been an increase in enrolment rates.

Asha Bhaskar Patil is satisfied with the variety in menu.
The meals provided by Akshaya Patra is diverse and as per the government norms. Our students eat to their heart’s content.
Important Milestones
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As we celebrate this silver jubilee milestone, our dream only grows stronger - to reach many more millions of children and to ensure that no child in India goes hungry at school.
This next chapter belongs to all of us. Together, we can make every meal a promise for a better tomorrow.