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Delhi Hits Century: 100 Atal Canteens Now Serving ₹5 Meals

Published: 16 August 2026 · 1 min read

What Happened

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta inaugurated 25 new Atal Canteens on the death anniversary of former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee, taking the total number of Atal Canteens in the capital to 100 outlets. The scheme, launched in December 2025, provides nutritious meals at ₹5 per plate for workers, low-income families, and other needy citizens.

Key Takeaways

With 100 canteens now operational, the Delhi government aims to expand affordable food access across the city, targeting daily wage labourers and economically vulnerable groups while strengthening its social welfare outreach.

Sources

DD India