₹5 Meal Program
Since 2019, Abol Tabol has been serving wholesome, freshly cooked meals for just ₹5, making sure no one goes hungry — and no one loses their dignity while receiving help.
₹5
per meal
2019
serving since
Thousands
reached each year
as reported by Abol Tabol
The problem
For daily wage earners, the elderly and people living on the street in Dhupguri, a hot meal is not guaranteed. Free food is often handed out in ways that strip away self-respect.
Our response
What began as a small, self-funded effort has grown into a movement supported by countless kind-hearted people. A plate costs ₹5 — a token amount that lets people eat as customers, not as recipients of charity.
Who we reach
Rickshaw pullers, market vendors, elderly people without family support, street-connected children and anyone who needs a warm plate of food.
How it works
Simple. Direct. Together.
- 01
Meals are cooked fresh and served from Abol Tabol's counter in Dhupguri.
- 02
Anyone can eat for ₹5 — no questions asked.
- 03
Supporters sponsor a day's meals on birthdays, anniversaries or in memory of loved ones. On those days, every plate is served completely free.
Impact
What this changes.
Our longest-running and most cherished program.
Figures are project-specific and drawn from Abol Tabol's own reporting.
₹5
per meal
2019
serving since
Thousands
reached each year
as reported by Abol Tabol
Photo gallery
Moments from the field.
How you can help
Be part of ₹5 Meal Program.
- Sponsor a full day of free meals for a special occasion.
- Volunteer at the counter during service hours.
- Donate rice, dal, vegetables or cooking fuel.
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