Watch to know the story behind 2 Billion Meals transformative milestone! Akshaya Patra began its humble journey in June 2000 by feeding 1,500 school children in Bengaluru. Today, the programme has grown into a nation-wide initiative preparing and delivering nutritious meals to 13,210 schools. On every school day, Akshaya Patra serves wholesome meals across length and breadth of the country reaching out to over 1.6 million children.