Tamil Nadu Minister launches free meal scheme for Cuddalore Corporation sanitation workers

Minister for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare M.R.K. Panneerselvam on Monday launched the free meal scheme for sanitation workers of Cuddalore Corporation.

Following the launch of the initiative earlier in Tiruvallur district by Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, the programme — aimed at ensuring nutritious food for sanitation workers across the State — was rolled out in Cuddalore district. Food distribution commenced in the Corporation, covering 623 persons, including sanitation workers, drivers, and mosquito control workers.

Mr. Panneerselvam said the scheme would be extended to sanitation workers in town panchayats and panchayats. Collector Sibi Adhithya Senthil Kumar was present.