Bengaluru, Aug 7 (Reporter) In response to the catastrophic floods and landslides that have devastated the Wayanad district of Kerala, The Akshaya Patra Foundation has announced an ambitious plan to distribute 500,000 meals to affected communities. This major relief operation, undertaken in solidarity with the Government of Kerala, underscores a concerted effort to address the immediate needs of those hit hardest by the disaster. The Foundation has already initiated the distribution of 1,000 grocery kits and is set to deliver an additional 9,000 kits in the coming days. Each kit is equipped with essentials including boiled rice, atta chakki, desi chana, edible oil, sambar powder, turmeric powder, sugar, salt, biscuits, and ORS packets. Designed to provide 42 nutritious meals, each kit can sustain a family of three for up to a week, highlighting the collaborative efforts to tackle food insecurity amidst the crisis. By August 8th, The Akshaya Patra Foundation plans to deliver 4,000 kits, totaling 168,000 meals. The following distribution phase aims to provide another 5,000 kits by August 12th, bringing the total to 210,000 meals. The comprehensive relief operation will ultimately facilitate the distribution of over 500,000 meals through 10,000 grocery kits. The distribution hub for these operations is St. Joseph’s Convent School in Kalpetta. Local authorities, including the Deputy Collector, are overseeing the process to ensure that aid reaches those in need efficiently and effectively. In addition to the grocery kits, The Akshaya Patra Foundation is exploring options to provide cooked meals to further support the affected individuals. The team is actively involved in every aspect of logistics, from unloading supplies to final distribution, ensuring a smooth execution of this critical initiative. Chanchalapathi Dasa, Vice-Chairman of The Akshaya Patra Foundation, remarked, “Amid these trying times, our resolve to aid afflicted families remains unwavering. With substantial backing from the state government and the heartfelt contributions of our donors, we aim not just to meet immediate needs but also to instill hope in those facing these dire circumstances.” The Akshaya Patra Foundation continues to harness its extensive kitchen infrastructure and national volunteer network to deliver essential food assistance and humanitarian aid across disaster-stricken regions in India. Through ongoing collaborations with state and central governments, the Foundation is set to enhance its capabilities to meet the urgent needs of affected communities with effective relief and recovery efforts...////...