Overview
- Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay, who reviewed the scheme Monday, ordered a phased refurbishment of Amma Canteens to raise food quality.
- Officials said 620 outlets are in line for upgrades, with 383 run by the Greater Chennai Corporation and 237 by other local bodies.
- The plan calls for new kitchen equipment and utensils, repairs to facilities, and better upkeep to standardise cooking and service.
- Departments and local bodies must step up inspections, track hygiene, and resolve public complaints quickly to keep meals safe and consistent.
- Launched in 2013 under J. Jayalalithaa, the canteens provide very low-cost meals to daily wage earners, seniors, and low-income urban families.