Municipal Minister K Taraka Rama Rao on Monday was in all praise of the Rs 5 meal scheme being operated by GHMC, wherein quality food is being served to the poor and needy in the city.
The Minister walked in to a nearby meal point at Shahpur after carrying out surprise visits in the city and was taken aback at the quality of the meal.
The Rs 5 meal comprises rice, curry, sambar, chutney, curd and papad. The Minister appreciated municipal officials for carrying out such a
prestigious quality programme in the city.
He said that the corporation was extending full support to the poor people and their meal programme was an example of it. He said the programme was also benefitting thousands of students who were undergoing coaching classes for various exams and also needy citizens.
GHMC Commissioner B Janardhan Reddy, Mayor Bonthu Ram Mohan, Deputy Mayor Mohammed Baba Fasiuddin and senior officials had their lunch at the same kiosk.