Free Breakfast, Lunch For Students Up To 10+2

The Telangana government today announced a major initiative benefiting students from pre-primary up to Class 12 (Intermediate) studying in government and local body institutions.

Presenting the annual Budget in the Assembly, Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka said that from the academic year 2026-27, the government would launch a breakfast scheme across the State for these students, ensuring quality nutrition for all.

"Under the breakfast program, every student will be given milk on three days a week and ragi malt on the remaining three days," he said.

Vikramarka also said that the State government was extending the Midday Meal scheme to students pursuing intermediate education in government junior colleges as well.

"This marks the beginning of a new chapter in our efforts towards student welfare," he added.

The Deputy CM said that the initiative would improve nutrition and health outcomes, increase attendance and punctuality, and reduce dropouts and absenteeism.

"It will ease the burden on working parents. In simple words, no child in Telangana should begin the school day on an empty stomach. This is a watershed reform in student welfare. This breakfast initiative will not only nourish bodies but also the future of Telangana," he said.