To kick off the 8th Rashtriya Poshan Maah 2025, the Poshan Project Kot Bhalwal, in collaboration with the Ramakrishna Mission Medical Centre and the Government Ayurvedic Hospital in Jammu, held a special program on October 1, 2025. This event aimed to enhance community awareness about nutrition, addressing various health issues such as obesity and the importance of proper feeding practices for children.
Event Highlights and Key Themes
The event featured several key themes, including:
- Addressing Obesity
- Vocal for Local Initiatives
- Digitization in Health
- Infant and Young Child Feeding Practices
- Involvement of Men in Nutrition
- Poshan Bhi Padhai Bhi
This engaging program was inaugurated by Sh. Sher Singh, Additional District Development Commissioner of Jammu, along with Special Guest Swami Yajnadharananda Ji, Secretary of the Ramakrishna Mission, and Sh. Pankaj Anand, District Programme Officer for Mission POSHAN in Jammu.
Community Activities and Engagement
Numerous activities took place during the health camp, including expert speeches, a Swasth Balak Pratiyogita (a competition promoting children’s health), and rangoli making. Attendees also had access to nutrition awareness stalls, free health checkups, and the distribution of essential medicines.
Sh. Sher Singh stressed the vital role of proper nutrition, particularly for vulnerable groups such as children, pregnant women, and lactating mothers. He highlighted that the ongoing Rashtriya Poshan Maah serves as an important opportunity to raise awareness and involve the community in promoting better health outcomes.
Expert Insights on Health and Nutrition
Swami Yajnadharananda Ji provided a keynote address emphasizing the intrinsic link between health, nutrition, and holistic living. He expressed commitment to ongoing participation in future awareness programs to reinforce the significance of a healthy lifestyle.
Sh. Mohit Bharti, CDPO Kot Bhalwal, delivered a vote of thanks, appreciating the collaborative efforts of the Ramakrishna Mission Medical Centre and the Government Ayurvedic Hospital. He emphasized their commitment to the theme of “Eat Right for a Healthy Life” and expressed hope that the knowledge shared during the event would inspire attendees to adopt healthier habits in their daily lives.
Importance of Nutritious Eating Practices
The emphasis on themes such as addressing obesity and involving men in nutrition highlights a broader movement towards inclusive health awareness in the community. The camp provided participants with essential insights into ayurvedic health guidelines and preventive health practices.
Successful events like this one are vital in fostering an environment where community members feel empowered to take charge of their wellbeing. The enthusiastic turnout underscores a collective commitment to improved public health and nutrition.
The celebration concluded with a rallying cry for sustained awareness and dedication to health and nutrition among all community members. Participants left with a deeper understanding of healthy eating practices, nutrition, and the overall importance of well-being.
For more information about the Poshan Project and health initiatives, please contact:
Ramakrishna Mission Medical Centre
Udheywala, Jammu
Ph: 9596984032
