Adani Foundation at ACC Chaibasa empowers rural women to launch ‘Brunch’ meal service for 300 school children

Editor’s Synopsis

·         Adani Foundation and ACC Chaibasa supported five women from Seyan Maskal SHG to launch a nutritious brunch service for middle school students.

·         The initiative provides a blend of breakfast and lunch to 300 children at just ₹25 per child.

·         The community-driven venture generates ₹2.25 lakh per month and has significantly improved student attendance and enrolment.

ACC, the cement and building materials company of the diversified Adani Portfolio, in collaboration with the Adani Foundation, has empowered five women from the Seyan Maskal Self-Help Group (SHG) in Tonto Block of West Singhbhum district near ACC Chaibasa to launch a unique school meal initiative called ‘Brunch.’ Focused on bridging nutrition and education gaps, the initiative provides a wholesome mid-morning meal to 300 children at the ACC Middle School for just ₹25 per student.

The project began with essential support from the Adani Foundation, which provided kitchen equipment, raw materials, and operational guidance. What started as a simple income-generation activity has grown into a sustainable, community-led enterprise that now generates ₹2.25 lakh in monthly income—transforming the lives of the women entrepreneurs involved.

Beyond financial independence for the SHG members, the initiative has had a powerful ripple effect—reducing post-lunch school dropouts, improving attendance, and driving up new admissions. Through such grassroots initiatives, ACC and the Adani Foundation continue to foster inclusive rural development by integrating livelihood creation with better educational outcomes.