ISKCON Mega Kitchen is located with all its assets and inventory of vessels at ISKCON Govardhan Eco Village, Maharashtra , India
Over a period of development of community since last more than 50 years across the globe. Gatherings at Yatras , Temple inaugurations, festivals, National events, Kumbh Mela & many more such occasions have turned out to be more than 10000 to 30000+ people for day. To solve this great need we have come up with a infrastructure setup which can facilitate this community on a larger scale.
By serving wholesome meals daily, the Mega Kitchen addresses food insecurity while promoting values of compassion and community
Over a period of development of community since last more than 50 years across the globe. Gatherings at Yatras , Temple inaugurations, festivals, National events, Kumbh Mela & many more such occasions have turned out to be more than 10000 to 30000+ people for day. To solve this great need we have come up with a infrastructure setup which can facilitate this community on a larger scale.
Analysis & brainstorming at the grassroot levels with the team of educated and experienced professionals were carried out. Then we noted down requirements with respect to different aspects like vessels for cooking , serving tubs, Crane system for lifting heavy vessels, Recipe making & scaling for larger numbers , food safety and fire safety protocols , need for volunteers for different occasions and climatic conditions.
With engineering technology we designed Crane system to lift heavy vessels and Track system to transfer them to serving area. Traditional choolas designed to nourish people with traditional tastes , at the same time to serve 10,000+ people at one go. Bigger kadai designed for frying items. SS vessels with capacity to feed 2500+ designed & procured. By this we met the fssai health standards.
Volunteers team of 150+ matajis for making special parathas and tava chapatis.
Chapati Machine with output of 5000+ chapatis per hour could be setup.
Pulverisor for Ginger & Tomato paste with 3 tonnes capacity per day.
Vegetable cutting machines for cutting vegetables for more than 4-5 tonnes per day.
Waste Reduction
Organic waste is composted to enrich local agriculture.
Energy Efficiency
Efficient appliances reduce carbon footprint.
Water Conservation
Rainwater harvesting and recycling systems minimize water usage.
Eco Packaging
Biodegradable and reusable containers & SS plates replace plastics.
Balanced Nutrition
Meals contain appropriate proportions of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats.
Fresh Ingredients
Locally sourced vegetables and grains ensure high nutrient density.
Hydration and Fiber
Incorporation of fiber-rich foods and liquids promotes digestion and wellness.
Health Conscious
Low sodium and free from artificial additives support long-term health.
With a commitment to serve both body and soul, the ISKCON Mega Kitchen envisions a future where no one is hungry and everyone receives nourishment infused with compassion and love.
