\nLa congresista Mar\u00eda Fernanda Carrascal asegur\u00f3 que ha habido "desidia institucional" durante la administraci\u00f3n del alcalde Carlos Fernando Gal\u00e1n – cr\u00e9dito @mafecarrascalr\/Instagram y Colprensa<\/em><\/p>\n Carrascal took to social media, specifically her account on X (formerly known as Twitter), to call attention to the alarming state of food provisions for children. She claimed that students were receiving food that was in poor condition<\/strong>, with visible signs of infestation<\/strong> and portions that did not meet the nutritional standards necessary for a healthy diet. She questioned, \u201cDoes he really believe that a child can have a dignified meal with spoiled food, the presence of worms, and deficient portions?<\/strong>\u201d<\/p>\n The public outcry following these allegations has reignited an ongoing debate about food safety and quality within the PAE program. Previously, the Attorney General’s Office had demanded explanations regarding similar failures in the program. Just last year, reports surfaced indicating that students were receiving whey<\/strong> instead of milk, putting their health at risk and igniting public outrage.<\/p>\n In the wake of the fresh allegations, Carrascal stated that her team had been actively monitoring the PAE. She emphasized that official information<\/strong> was being requested to assess the current state of the program, especially the nutritional value of the distributed food. \u201cOn the surface, it seems that the program is not meeting the required standards,\u201d she stated, alluding to deeper issues that need to be addressed.<\/p>\n Additionally, Carrascal expressed concerns regarding the lack of transparency<\/strong> from district authorities and publicly requested both the Bogot\u00e1 Secretary of Education and the national agency in charge of the program, PAE Colombia, to provide clear answers. She also urged the Bogot\u00e1 Comptroller\u2019s Office to conduct a thorough audit to confirm whether the funding was being properly utilized and whether the delivered food met established standards.<\/p>\n \u201cThe district must respond. We cannot continue to marginalize students and threaten teachers who raise their voices. Childhood is not just a figure in the budget; it involves lives that deserve care, respect, and real guarantees,\u201d she declared.<\/p>\n The accusations made by Carrascal have gained the support of citizen oversight organizations<\/strong> and parent associations who have also received numerous complaints from various neighborhoods in Bogot\u00e1. These groups report that, in some schools, snacks arrive late, are incomplete, or are provided in unclean conditions.<\/p>\n Despite the mounting criticism, the city government has yet to issue an official response to the allegations. However, representatives from the Secretary of Education had previously defended the program, claiming that they were making strides to improve both the quality and coverage of food in the city, citing that over 800,000 students<\/strong> benefited from the program in 2024.<\/p>\n Yet, the issues highlighted by Carrascal reveal a troubling disparity between reported advancements and the actual experiences of students in schools. \u201cWhere is the investment? Where are the nutritional standards?<\/strong>\u201d Carrascal demanded, critiquing the ongoing inconsistencies.<\/p>\n Moreover, she called upon the public, particularly parents<\/strong> and educators<\/strong>, to report any irregularities relating to the PAE. \u201cWe cannot gamble with children\u2019s well-being. Isn\u2019t that what we commonly say?<\/strong>\u201d she concluded, emphasizing the urgency of the situation.<\/p>\n This ongoing saga has once again brought the PAE under scrutiny, a crucial program aimed at ensuring the right to food for millions of vulnerable children and youth. As demands from various sectors continue to climb, the city government must provide clear and tangible answers to restore trust in this key pillar of educational well-being. <\/p>\n \u201cChildren’s rights are non-negotiable. They must be guaranteed!<\/strong>,\u201d Carrascal firmly stated, setting the tone for a potential political battle over transparency and quality in public services within the nation’s capital.<\/p>\n![\"Este](\"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Mafe-Carrascal-reported-on-the-childrens-food-in-Bogota-it.jpg\")
\nEste ser\u00eda el estado de los alimentos del PAE en Bogot\u00e1 – cr\u00e9dito @MafeCarrascal\/X<\/em><\/p>\n![\"Mar\u00eda](\"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/1749767851_884_Mafe-Carrascal-reported-on-the-childrens-food-in-Bogota-it.png\")
\nMar\u00eda Fernanda Carrascal denunci\u00f3 a Carlos Fernando Gal\u00e1n a trav\u00e9s de redes sociales – cr\u00e9dito @MafeCarrascal\/X<\/em><\/p>\n