DSEL issues order to increase egg distribution coverage in Karnataka schools to 90%
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Why in news
The Department of School Education and Literacy (DSEL) issued an order to increase the egg distribution coverage in Karnataka government and aided schools from 50% to 90% by 2026-27.
Background
The DSEL and APF are collaborating to ensure students receive eggs six days a week as supplementary nutrition. Monitoring of the program will be conducted via monthly review meetings and the Student Achievement Tracking System (SATS) portal.
Facts for Prelims
- FactTarget egg distribution coverage in Karnataka schools: 90% by 2026-27
- FactFrequency of egg distribution: Six days per week
- BodySATS: Student Achievement Tracking System portal used for monitoring
- PostDSEL: Department of School Education and Literacy
For Mains
Q. Discuss how supplementary nutrition programs in schools can address nutritional deficiencies and improve learning outcomes among students in rural and urban India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Logistical bottleneck: Ensuring consistent cold-chain maintenance and hygiene standards for perishable food items in remote schools
- Monitoring mechanism: Leveraging real-time digital portals like SATS to prevent leakage and ensure equitable distribution
Keywords: Supplementary nutrition · Nutritional security · Learning outcomes · Public-private partnership · IEC materials
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