Relief Program• Updated: April 26, 2026

CM School Meal Program Punjab 2026 – Free Milk & Nutrition for Students

The CM School Meal Program Punjab is a major welfare initiative launched by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif under the Government of Punjab.

This program aims to combat childhood malnutrition by providing free daily meals (milk and biscuits) to students in government schools. It is designed to improve children’s health, increase school attendance, and enhance learning outcomes.

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Status

Active

Deadline

Benefit

Authority

Government of Punjab, Pakistan

Program Benefits

Health Benefits

  • Improved nutrition levels
  • Better physical growth
  • Reduced hunger during school hours

Educational Benefits

  • Improved focus in class
  • Higher attendance rates
  • Better academic performance

Social Impact

  • Supports low-income families
  • Promotes equal education opportunities

Future Expansion

The program is currently a pilot project but is expected to:

  • Expand across all districts of Punjab
  • Cover millions of students
  • Become a permanent welfare program

Important: Applicants must ensure their CNIC is not expired before applying. Verify your CNIC status at nadra.gov.pk before submitting your application.

Pilot Districts

The program is currently implemented in 8 districts:

  • Bhakkar
  • Bahawalnagar
  • Dera Ghazi Khan
  • Layyah
  • Rajanpur
  • Mianwali
  • Muzaffargarh
  • Rahim Yar Khan

These districts were selected due to higher levels of undernutrition.

Target Beneficiaries

  • 400,000+ students benefiting
  • 3,527 government schools covered
  • Focus on primary school children

Food Items Provided

Each student receives:

  • Daily milk pack
  • Nutritious biscuits

These items are selected to provide essential nutrients for growth and energy

Environmental Sustainability

Aligned with Punjab’s environmental goals, the program includes:

  • Recycling of used milk packs
  • Over 1.3 crore milk packs recycled monthly
  • Funds generated used for school development

Project Scope & Timeline

DetailInformation
Start Date1 July 2024
Pilot DurationUntil 2027
Academic Coverage194 school days
Total Students403,152
Total CostRs. 6,092.36 million

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