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A video purportedly showing the mid-day meal served at a government primary school in Sitapur district of Uttar Pradesh has gone viral, drawing sharp criticism. The footage depicts children eating vegetables floating in an extremely watery gravy along with burnt chapatis.

Social media users expressed outrage over the poor quality of food provided under the mid-day meal scheme, meant to ensure nutrition for schoolchildren. The clip, shared widely, has raised questions about monitoring and standards in government schools.

While authorities have not issued a detailed official statement at the time of reporting, such incidents often lead to inquiries and action against school staff. The mid-day meal programme is a key initiative to combat malnutrition and encourage school attendance. Parents and activists have demanded stricter quality checks and accountability to ensure children receive proper, nutritious meals as intended.