Chennai: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay on Monday ordered the revamp and modernization of Amma Unavagams across the state. The initiative aims to upgrade infrastructure and ensure the supply of hygienic, quality food to the public.
Current Status of Amma Unavagams
At present, 383 Amma Unavagams are functioning under the Greater Chennai Corporation, while another 237 are operated by other corporations and municipalities across the state, totaling 620 canteens.
Consultations and Directives
The chief minister held consultations with senior government officials and directed them to upgrade infrastructure facilities at the canteens immediately. He also ordered the procurement of necessary cooking equipment and emphasized the need for uninterrupted supply of hygienic and quality food.
Expenses for the renovation work and equipment procurement are to be met from the general funds of corporations and municipalities.
About the Author
Omjasvin M D is a Principal Correspondent with The Times of India, currently reporting from the Tamil Nadu Secretariat. He started his career as a civic reporter and has broken impactful investigations, including the toilet scam, parking scam, and expose on shadow councillors, pushing accountability and reform in the city. His work blends storytelling, data journalism, investigation, and developmental reporting. He also produces video stories, expanding his journalism into multimedia storytelling.
