No one should go hungry. This is the motive behind a unique community kitchen model established in Gujarat’s Chandanki.

As village sarpanch Poonambhai Patel puts it, “Our Chandanki is a village that lives for each other.”

True to this spirit, the community kitchen not only ensures food equity but also fosters a sense of community spirit.

Local ingredients are sourced directly from farmers, ensuring the meals are fresh and healthy.

The kitchen often serves as a community hub where people can gather and share stories, creating a support network for each other.

One of the most pressing issues it tackles is that of the “epidemic of loneliness” that is spreading more among India’s senior citizens.

With their children moving abroad, many elderly individuals find themselves isolated. Sharing food and eating together helps alleviate their pain.

At Chandanki, no one cooks at home. According to reports, the villagers pay a monthly fee of Rs 2,000 per person for two meals a day.

The meals feature traditional Gujarati specialities, inviting all village residents to enjoy them in a common dining hall.

Source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/etimes/trending/in-this-indian-village-no-one-cooks-food-at-home/articleshow/113600676.cms