Drukair Airlifts Eggs to Remote Bhutan Schools
Drukair Helicopter Delivers Eggs to Lunana Schools
A Drukair helicopter is airlifting dozens of trays of eggs to Lunana’s remote schools, ensuring that every child, regardless of location, receives essential nutrition.
Drukair Airlifts Eggs to Remote Bhutan Schools
Drukair Helicopter Delivers Eggs to Lunana Schools
This initiative is part of Bhutan’s “One-Child, One-Egg” program, which provides one egg per child daily through the national school feeding scheme. The program aims to combat malnutrition and support healthy development among students in isolated regions.
One-Child, One-Egg Initiative Expands Reach
Free Egg Delivery Supports Nutrition in Bhutan’s Remote Schools
The One-Child, One-Egg initiative now benefits about 70 students in three Lunana schools: Lunana Primary School, Mendrelgang Extended Classroom, and Thanza Extended Classroom.
One-Child, One-Egg Initiative Expands Reach
Free Egg Delivery Supports Nutrition in Bhutan’s Remote Schools
Drukair has partnered with the Bhutan Livestock Development Corporation Limited (BLDCL) to transport eggs free of charge, significantly reducing costs for families in these hard-to-reach areas.
Addressing High Costs and Logistical Challenges
Free Airlifts Make Eggs Affordable for Remote Bhutan Schools
Without Drukair’s support, the cost of eggs in Lunana could reach up to Nu 60 per egg, compared to the Nu 8–12 paid to farmers. In local shops, a tray of eggs can cost between Nu 1,400 and Nu 1,600 due to the high cost of helicopter transport.
Addressing High Costs and Logistical Challenges
Free Airlifts Make Eggs Affordable for Remote Bhutan Schools
The free airlifts ensure that nutritious food remains accessible and affordable for students in Bhutan’s most isolated communities.
Expanding Nutrition Coverage Across Bhutan
School Feeding Program Reaches More Students
Since its launch in February, the One-Child, One-Egg program has expanded to 345 schools, including 290 primary schools, five special educational institutes, and 50 extended classrooms, now serving over 31,500 students.
Expanding Nutrition Coverage Across Bhutan
School Feeding Program Reaches More Students
The initiative is supported by the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations, which has committed US$2 million for the first two years.
Combating Malnutrition with Eggs
Eggs Provide Essential Nutrients for Bhutanese Children
Malnutrition remains a concern in Bhutan, with 17.9% of children under five stunted and 36.5% of adolescent girls anaemic. Eggs, rich in protein, vitamins, and minerals, are a vital addition to children’s diets, supporting growth and cognitive development.
Combating Malnutrition with Eggs
Eggs Provide Essential Nutrients for Bhutanese Children
The program sources eggs from 169 farmers nationwide, with BLDCL managing logistics in areas where local supply falls short.
Overcoming Remote Delivery Obstacles
Egg Deliveries Reach Bhutan’s Most Isolated Schools
Delivering eggs to remote schools is a logistical challenge, often requiring treks of a full day or more. In places like Dukti Primary School, dedicated individuals make twice-monthly journeys to ensure students receive their eggs.
Overcoming Remote Delivery Obstacles
Egg Deliveries Reach Bhutan’s Most Isolated Schools
BLDCL coordinates bi-monthly deliveries, ensuring even the most inaccessible schools benefit from the nutrition program.
Free Airlifts Transform School Nutrition
Drukair’s Support Ensures No Child Is Left Behind
Drukair’s free airlifts, in partnership with BLDCL and government initiatives, are transforming nutrition for Bhutan’s remote schoolchildren. The One-Child, One-Egg program is a model for addressing malnutrition and supporting educational success in challenging environments.
