7th POSHAN Pakhwada observance by ICDS (Urban Project)
Sri Vijaya Puram ,
The ICDS Urban Project under the Directorate of Social Welfare, observed the 7th POSHAN Pakhwada-2025 at the Hall attached to Shree Krishna Temple, Haddo. The event was attended by Shri Someshwar Rao, Councillor, Ward No. 2 and others.
A recipe competition on the theme 'Nutritional Food' was organized for the general public and Anganwadi Workers to encourage healthy eating through traditional recipes. During the programme, Shri Someshwar Rao addressed the gathering, highlighting the provisions of the POCSO Act and the importance of personal hygiene in ensuring children's health and safety. Smti Zarina Bibi, Child Development Project Officer (Urban Project), emphasized the importance of a balanced diet and the objectives of POSHAN Abhiyan, being observed nationwide from April 8 to 22.
The CHO, Haddo delivered an insightful speech on the significance of the first 1000 days of life, highlighting its critical impact on a child's physical and cognitive development, a press release from CDPO,
SA said.
