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Madhya Pradesh Directs Separate Veg and Non‑Veg Kitchens in Medical College Messes Ahead of Festivals
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 17 Sep 2026, 07:01 PM
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The Medical Education Directorate has instructed all medical colleges in the state to set up separate kitchens for vegetarian and non‑vegetarian food in their messes before religious festivals.
The Medical Education Directorate of Madhya Pradesh has issued a directive mandating that all medical colleges in the state establish separate kitchens for vegetarian and non‑vegetarian meals in their messes prior to religious festivals.
Under the new guidelines, each college must allocate distinct cooking areas, utensils, and storage facilities for veg and non‑veg dishes to prevent cross‑contamination. The directive also requires clear labeling of food items and segregation of serving lines.
The move aims to respect the diverse religious sentiments of students and staff, ensuring that dietary preferences aligned with faith traditions are honored during festive periods.
Colleges are expected to implement the changes by the start of the next academic semester, with the Directorate monitoring compliance through periodic inspections.
Under the new guidelines, each college must allocate distinct cooking areas, utensils, and storage facilities for veg and non‑veg dishes to prevent cross‑contamination. The directive also requires clear labeling of food items and segregation of serving lines.
The move aims to respect the diverse religious sentiments of students and staff, ensuring that dietary preferences aligned with faith traditions are honored during festive periods.
Colleges are expected to implement the changes by the start of the next academic semester, with the Directorate monitoring compliance through periodic inspections.