To mark the start of the 8th Rashtriya POSHAN Maah 2025, the Poshan Project Kot Bhalwal organized a special program in conjunction with the Ramakrishna Mission Medical Centre and the Government Ayurvedic Hospital. This significant event focused on crucial themes, including addressing obesity, promoting local nutrition practices, and enhancing child feeding practices.
The event featured experts, local leadership, and community involvement. The program kicked off with an inauguration led by Sh. Sher Singh, the Additional District Development Commissioner of Jammu, accompanied by distinguished guests such as Swami Yajnadharananda Ji, the Secretary of the Ramakrishna Mission, and Sh. Pankaj Anand, the District Programme Officer for Mission POSHAN in Jammu.
Engaging Activities and Awareness Campaigns
The health camp included a variety of engaging activities, such as expert speeches, a health competition called Swasth Balak Pratiyogita, and culturally enriching Rangoli making. Attendees also benefited from nutrition stalls and health checkups, with free distribution of essential medicines.
Sh. Sher Singh, during his address, highlighted the critical role of proper nutrition, specifically targeting children, pregnant women, and lactating mothers. Sh. Pankaj Anand echoed these sentiments, emphasizing the importance of Poshan Maah in raising awareness and encouraging community involvement to enhance health for all demographics.
Keynote Address on Holistic Health
Swami Yajnadharananda Ji delivered an inspiring keynote address that underscored the spiritual and social importance of nutrition and health in daily living. He pledged to participate in future awareness programs, reinforcing the communal commitment to health and nutrition.
Strong Community Participation and Support
Sh. Mohit Bharti, CDPO of Kot Bhalwal, expressed gratitude to the Ramakrishna Mission Medical Centre and the Government Ayurvedic Hospital for their voluntary efforts in promoting the campaign theme: “Eat Right for a Healthy Life.” He also acknowledged the contributions of Swami Vijayeshananda Ji, emphasizing the need for coordinated efforts to ensure the event’s success.
The celebration revolved around thematic areas such as:
- Addressing Obesity
- Men’s Role in Nutrition
- Environmental Awareness Campaign
- Integrating Nutrition with Education (Poshan Bhi Padhai Bhi)
During the camp, participants received vital Ayurvedic health guidance and consultations. Awareness workshops focused on nutrition, preventive health, and sustainable well-being drew significant interest from the local community, underscoring the importance of ongoing health education.
Conclusion and Future Initiatives
The event concluded with a strong call for continued commitment to health and nutrition awareness well beyond the Poshan Maah. Enthusiastic local participation demonstrated a collective resolve to adopt better dietary practices and lifestyles.
For more information about ongoing health initiatives, you can contact:
Ramakrishna Mission Medical Centre
Udheywala, Jammu
Phone: 9596984032
