Delhi Launches Atal Canteens: Full Meals for ₹5 to Combat Food Costs

• Delhi government launched 100 Atal Canteens on Dec 25, 2025, on Atal Bihari Vajpayee's 101st birth anniversary, with 45 operational in phase one.
• Meals priced at ₹5, offering dal, rice, roti, vegetables, and pickles, providing 700-800 calories and 20-25g protein.
• Aimed at poor, laborers, rickshaw pullers, and common citizens, ensuring affordable, nutritious food.
• Features include hygienic kitchens, modern equipment, LPG cooking, digital token system, and CCTV surveillance.
• Canteens serve lunch (11:30 AM-2:00 PM) and dinner (6:30 PM-9:00 PM) in various Delhi areas.

Why It Matters: Delhi's Atal Canteens offer nutritious meals for just ₹5, providing relief from expensive food.