Akshara Dasoha

JSS Mahavidyapeetha’s Akshara Dasoha Yojane, in collaboration with the Government of Karnataka, began providing free mid-day meals to primary and high school students in rural areas in the academic year 2003–04. Under this scheme, the institution effectively supplies meals to students across more than 33 villages in Karnataka. Currently, over 12,000 children benefit from this initiative, with food prepared and distributed from a centrally managed kitchen.

The scheme was launched to address poor health and reduced learning abilities caused by inadequate nutrition among economically disadvantaged and underprivileged children. The goal is to improve attendance and retention rates in rural schools, support educational outcomes, and promote social equity.

JSSMVP ensures that hygiene standards are strictly maintained. Vegetables and food grains are thoroughly cleaned before cooking, and purified water is used in the preparation of meals. The central kitchen is well-maintained, and all utensils are washed thoroughly both before cooking and after food is served.

Currently, the project actively covers schools in Yelandur, a backward taluk in the Chamarajanagara district, as well as schools in the Mysuru district. JSS Mahavidyapeetha also bears any additional expenses beyond the grants provided by the government, ensuring the continued success and reach of the program.