Minister Nara Lokesh Responds to Food Quality and Shortage Complaints in Andhra Pradesh Schools and Hostels

Minister Nara Lokesh addressed concerns over poor food quality and shortages in government-run institutions in Andhra Pradesh. Following a viral video of children discarding mid-day meals at a school in NTR district, a committee replaced the food supplier and suspended the headmaster. Separately, girls at a welfare hostel in Anakapalli district alleged insufficient food and mistreatment, prompting Lokesh to apologize and promise action. The government plans to enhance monitoring and parent feedback mechanisms to prevent such issues.