Gopal Debnath
Staff Reporter : kolkata, 30th. June 2024. In a remarkable effort to address food insecurity in Kolkata, Kolkata WeCare has launched the innovative Food ATM initiative. This program aims to provide food to the needy at all times by redistributing surplus food from various sources.
The Food ATM concept, which first began on August 15, 2017, at Cit Road Sanjha Chulha, has proven to be a significant success, feeding approximately 50 people daily. The initiative is now expanding across the city, with plans to install Food ATMs in five different zones. Each zone will have two Food ATMs strategically placed outside local police stations to ensure safety and security.
What makes this initiative even more impactful is the involvement of local students. These young volunteers will manage the Food ATMs and create awareness about food wastage through placards displayed at various traffic signals. This not only educates the public but also instills a sense of responsibility and community service in the younger generation.
The collaboration with the Kolkata Police further strengthens the initiative, ensuring credibility and encouraging broader community participation. With the combined efforts of various stakeholders, the Food ATM initiative aims to significantly reduce food wastage and hunger in Kolkata, making a meaningful difference in the lives of the underprivileged.
For more information or to get involved, please contact Kolkata WeCare.
