Category: Social programs

According to the World Bank, from 2015-16 to 2019-21, a focus on implementing Poshan Abhiyaan helped reduce child stunting in 11 key Indian states from an average of 41% to 37%. Poshan, a term with deep roots in Indian languages, translates directly to nourishment and has been elevated to a national priority through initiatives designed to improve public health.

According to the World Food Programme, comprehensive school feeding programs (SFPs) are critical for children's development and global food security. But what is the SFP program in nutrition, and how does it operate beyond school settings to address malnutrition in vulnerable populations?

According to the CDC, fewer than 1 in 10 adults eat the daily recommended amount of fruits or vegetables, a statistic linked to the high cost and lack of access to fresh produce. The Fresh food Programme refers to a variety of initiatives, from nonprofit projects to government schemes, designed to increase access to affordable and nutritious fresh food for individuals and communities facing food insecurity.