CEO Shridhar Venkat says technology drives scaling of Akshaya Patra’s school meal programme

Akshaya Patra runs the world’s largest school meal programme for children. CEO Shridhar Venkat emphasized technology’s role in expanding the initiative. Digital tools streamline procurement, logistics and distribution. Data analytics help optimize meal planning and reduce waste. Mobile platforms improve monitoring of school participation. The non‑profit leverages cloud solutions for scalability. Venkat noted that tech adoption accelerates outreach to new regions. Continued investment in technology is seen as essential for future growth.