Maharashtra Govt launched ‘Shiv Bhojan’ scheme

Maharashtra government has launched the “Shiv Bhojan” scheme on the occasion of the 71st Republic Day on 26 January 2020. It has been launched on a pilot basis. The scheme aims to provide a meal to the poor at subsidized rates. Under the scheme, the Shiv Sena-led state government will provide a meal to the poor for just Rs 10.

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Under the Shiv Bhojan scheme, lunch plates or thalis will be made available to the poor at designated canteens and centres during a particular time in all districts of the state. At least one ‘Shiv Bhojan’ canteen will be opened at the district headquarters. The ‘Shiv Bhojan’ scheme will provide affordable and quality food to all people, irrespective of their religion, cast, creed or financial status.