On 15 August 2025, India celebrates its 78^th Independence Day. As we hoist the tricolour, the nation’s pride stands tall, reflecting on the sacrifices of freedom fighters, social reformers, intellectuals and many unsung heroes who now rest beneath the soil after giving the fruit of their labour – Freedom.

Pledge to Feed for Educational Freedom

This Independence Day, as we rejoice in this freedom, let’s redeem our pledge to build a prosperous India by serving mid-day meals. Every child deserves the opportunity to learn, grow and explore their full potential. For many, this opportunity begins with a plate of food.

The Government of India’s PM POSHAN Abhiyaan (Mid-Day Meal Scheme) is an initiative that aims to protect children’s Right to Nutrition and Education by ensuring nutritious mid-day meals every school day. For many children from marginalised communities, this meal is the only proper food they receive in a day and the main reason they attend school. To parents who struggle to make ends meet, knowing their children receive a plateful of nourishing meals is a huge relief, encouraging them to send their children to school every day.

Proper nourishment not only fills stomachs but also helps them concentrate in classes and ultimately gives them and their families hope for a better future.

How Akshaya Patra Support for this Cause?

As an implementing partner of the central and various state governments, Akshaya Patra currently serves 2.25 million children across 16 states and 3 UTs. Through a network of centralised and decentralised kitchens, the organisation strives to reach every child, even in the remotest part of the country, because for the Mid-Day Meal Scheme to be truly effective, every child must enjoy its benefits.

To enhance the nutritional value of meals, we incorporate food fortification and millets in mid-day meals. This has helped improve children’s micronutrient intake, address deficiencies and support healthier development.

Most importantly, food must not only be nutritious but also enjoyable. Akshaya Patra thoughtfully curates its menus to reflect regional tastes – rice-based meals in South India and wheat-based in the North. So, while a child in Tamil Nadu receives rice and sambar, one in Rajasthan enjoys roti and subji. 

Voices of Tomorrow – The Nation’s Dreams

Our journey never ends as long as our vision – No child in India shall be deprived of education because of hunger is a reality.

Make a Difference with Your Independence Day Donation

Your occasional donations have a lasting impact. This Independence Day, be a part of India’s progress by donating towards serving mid-day meals. Through this, you not only nourish children but also pave the way for education and address social issues.

From a nation that was once long suppressed, India has now become the 4^th largest economy and home to the largest youth population. However, to fully realise our nation’s potential, we must ensure every child is nourished, educated and empowered.

Feed a Child. Free a Mind. With every ₹1,500, a child receives meals for a year.

Donate today. Nurture India’s tomorrow

Akshaya Tritiya is closely associated with buying gold and silver. On this day, individuals opt to invest in these valuable metals as it is considered auspicious. Although the prevailing idea tends to lean towards this, it is noteworthy that generosity plays a crucial role in the rituals and customs of Akshaya Tritiya.

People engage in various forms of giving on Akshaya Tritiya, as it is thought that charitable donations made on this day bring great benefits. Offering of food is regarded as one of the most sacred acts of giving, especially on this auspicious occasion.

You can take part in this tradition by supporting Akshaya Patrafeed fresh and tasty mid-day meals to children.

Significance of Akshaya Tritiya

Akshaya Tritiya, also known as Akti or Akha Teej, is recognised as one of the most significant days in the Hindu calendar and is celebrated by both Hindus and Jains around the world. In the Sanskrit language, ‘Akshaya’ translates to ‘never-ending’ or ‘inexhaustible,’ while ‘Tritiya’ refers to the ‘third day;’ specifically, the third lunar day of the Vaisakha month (April–May) in the Hindu calendar. This festival not only represents a time of joy but also embodies a profound sense of respect and reverence.

Akshaya Patra in MythologyThe day is linked to various important events and activities as per the Indian mythology. A famous tale from the Mahabharata involves Draupadi being granted the Akshaya Patra—an endless vessel that provides an unending supply of food—by Surya Deva, the Sun God. This story represents the boundless blessings connected with this occasion.

How it is Celebrated

Alongside the traditional worship of Lord Vishnu, Goddess Lakshmi, Lord Ganesha and Lord Kuber, people engage in a variety of meaningful activities on Akshaya Tritiya. Regarded as a highly auspicious day, it is seen as the perfect time to begin new ventures, tie the knot or invest in gold and other valuable assets.

Markets bustle with people in traditional attire buying items like lentils, fresh vegetables, grains, ghee, sandalwood, coconuts and buttermilk, as these purchases are believed to attract prosperity, positivity and good fortune. However, the deeper significance lies in the intention to donate these goods. When shared with others, these offerings become part of a greater purpose—amplifying the positive energy and creating a lasting, meaningful impact.

Akshaya Tritiya is closely linked to new beginnings, making it a popular day for launching new ventures. It’s believed to bring good fortune and success. In eastern parts of India, this day marks the start of rice cultivation. People offer prayers to Mother Earth, their livestock and farming equipment, seeking blessings for a bountiful harvest.

Across various states, the day is celebrated with great enthusiasm and festive spirit. Notably, in Puri, Odisha, the construction of the grand chariot for the Rath Yatra also begins on this auspicious occasion.

Support Akshaya Patra on Akshaya Tritiya

True to its name, at Akshaya Patra—symbolising the mythological vessel gifted to the Pandavas by Surya Deva that provided an endless supply of food—we strive to deliver “unlimited food for education” to children in government and government-aided schools.

When you donate to Akshaya Patra, you’re not just giving a meal—you’re supporting a child’s holistic development. Each contribution helps ensure that children receive at least one wholesome meal a day at school, which is essential for their growth and learning. These meals also serve as a powerful motivator, encouraging regular school attendance and reducing dropout rates. In many areas, this initiative has led to a noticeable rise in school enrolment.

Nutritious meals help children focus better in class, boost participation in extracurricular activities and significantly enhance academic performance. By nourishing their bodies, you’re also nurturing their dreams and ambitions.

This Akshaya Tritiya, by offering a hot meal to a child, you not only bless their lives but also welcome countless blessings into your own—spreading goodness that keeps growing.

Donate online to Akshaya Patra on Akshaya Tritiya and get a tax exemption of 50% on your donation.