New Delhi, Feb. 28 -- Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Saturday launched a morning nutrition program for young children in select government schools, partnering with Akshaya Patra, aimed to provide nutritious food to support kids' energy and studies.

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta said, "This morning nutrition program for young children is going to begin in Delhi. This initiative is being implemented in collaboration with Akshaya Patra in some Delhi government schools to ensure that children receive nutritious food even when they leave home and reach school in the morning."

The morning nutrition program is built on the existing mid-day meal program and aligns with PM Narendra Modi's vision on nutrition.

"Nutrition is crucial for school-going ...