(a) whether with the adoption of a new distribution system of foodgrains,the Mid-Day Meal Scheme
has been adversely hit in the States;
(b) if so,the details thereof and the reaction of the Government thereto;
(c) the action taken by the Government in this regard;
(d) whether the Government has decided to stop providing subsidised foodgrains for the Mid-Day
Meal Scheme;and
(e) if so,the details thereof and the reasons therefor?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT(SHRI M.A.A. FATMI)
(a),(b) & (c): Due to unilateral modification of the guidelines for the lifting of foodgrains
by the Department of Food & Public Distribution,the off take of foodgrains from the FCI godown
was affected adversely in the first two quarters.However,with mutual consultation,now the
guidelines have been further revised by the Department of Food & Public Distribution to remove
these difficulties.Also,the quantity lapsed in the first two quarters have been revalidated for
lifting.
(d): No, Sir.
(e): The question does not arise.