#StopChildMalnutritionIndia

Amplifying #PoshanJanAndolan to #StopChildMalnutritionIndia in support of #POSHANAbhiyaan #PoshanMaah RTs are not endorsement.

[Ministry of WCD @MinistryWCD]

Breast milk is a complete food for an infant, providing all the energy and nutrients needed during the first six months of life

#WorldBreastfeedingWeek2026

@PMOIndia | @Annapurna4BJP | @savitrii4bjp | @MoHFW_INDIA | @EduMinOfIndia | @mopr_goi | @MoRD_GoI | @mygovindia | @PIBWCD

[UNICEF India @UNICEFIndia]

Breastfeeding is not a one-woman job !

It requires government leadership and support from families, communities, workplaces and the health system to really make it work

This #WorldBreastfeedingWeek, let's recognize that supporting breastfeeding is a shared responsibility and an investment in the health and future of every child.

@MinistryWCD @MoHFW_INDIA

[UNICEF India @UNICEFIndia]

Breastfeeding can feel different for every mother and baby — and the right support can make all the difference.

This #WorldBreastfeedingWeek, explore simple guidance on positioning, latching, managing common challenges and creating supportive spaces for mothers to breastfeed with confidence.

@MinistryWCD @MoHFW_INDIA

[UNICEF India @UNICEFIndia]

मां को रंग-बिरंगी थाली में दें अतिरिक्त पौष्टिक आहार, पायें मां और शिशु की सेहत का उपहार।

#WorldBreastfeedingWeek
#WBW2026

@MinistryWCD @MOHFW_India

[UNICEF India @UNICEFIndia]

Media as a catalyst for health!

Ahead of #WorldBreastfeedingWeek, UNICEF India organized a workshop in Raipur, Chhattisgarh, with experts from the National Health Mission, Govt. of Chhattisgarh, and UNICEF, interacting with the media to urge them to promote exclusive breastfeeding, healthy diets, and the IMS Act.

​The key message -- Breastfeeding requires community-wide support—especially from families—and prioritizing fresh, locally sourced home meals over ultra-processed foods is vital for mother and child health.

[Let's Fix Our Food @LetsFixOurFood]

Proud to share that the Age-Based Life-Cycle Nutrition Strategy – “Strategy for Improving Nutrition Outcomes in India”, developed under the Let’s Fix Our Food (LFOF) initiative jointly led by UNICEF, PHFI and ICMR NIN along with members of the LFOF Consortium, under the ages of NITI Aayog, has been featured in the NITI Aayog Annual Report 2025–2026.

The strategy follows a life course approach, emphasizing timely and targeted nutrition interventions across all stages of life to address malnutrition and improve long-term health outcomes in India.

This recognition reflects a truly collaborative and evidence-driven effort. Grateful to all collaborators, consortium partners, experts, and stakeholders whose guidance and support contributed to this important initiative.

Report available here:
https://t.co/KsrEo0yWQM

#Nutrition #PublicHealth #NITIAayog #UNICEF #PHFI #LifeCourseApproach #HealthPolicy #India #NutritionStrategy #Collaboration

@DrMonikaArora @BKulkarni_nin @icmrnine @mishrapreetu @UNICEFIndia @NITIAayog @ZoyaAliRizvi @MoHFW_INDIA @MinistryWCD @PoshanAbhiyaan @mygovindia @WHOSEARO
@WHOWPRO @FAOIndia @UNFPAIndia @UNinIndia
@ICMRDELHI @NHM_Delhi @WFP @Hriday_Org @YuWaahIndia @PMenonIFPRI @IFPRI @ResolveTSL @moayush @fssaiindia @YASMinistry @EduMinOfIndia
@cbseindia29 @MIB_India @ncert

[Poshan Ghar @PoshanGhar]

Zinc is an essential micronutrient the body needs to stay healthy. As the body cannot make zinc on its own, it must be obtained through a diverse and balanced diet and supplementation, when needed. Swipe to learn the recommended doses for young children.
#SahiPoshanSeSuraksha

[Cynthia McCaffrey @UNICEFIndiaRep]

At an anganwadi centre in Dungarpur, Rajasthan, I met frontline workers & mothers leading change in child nutrition through a unique peer learning process.

Encouraging to see how community action and simple practices can improve outcomes for children.

#ForEveryChild, nutrition

[UNICEF India @UNICEFIndia]

Early stimulation lays the groundwork for an infant’s lifelong learning.

Simple interactions—talking, singing, smiling, and gentle play—help boost healthy brain development.

[Ministry of WCD @MinistryWCD]

Poshan Pakhwada 2026 aims to bring play and activity based learning alive at Anganwadi Centres across the country, building school readiness and holistic development for every child aged 3 to 6 years.

#First6YearsOfLife #ECCE #PoshanPakhwada

@PIBWCD

[UNICEF India @UNICEFIndia]

As #PoshanPakhwada 2026 heads towards its culmination, its momentum continues through India’s Anganwadi Workers.

Sevika Mary Mai Sundi from Jharkhand reflects the spirit of frontline leadership—strengthening nutrition for every mother and child.

@MinistryWCD

[Ministry of WCD @MinistryWCD]

हर माप बताए सेहत की बात-ग्रोथ मॉनिटरिंग से सशक्त हर शुरुआत।
नियमित माप से जानें बच्चे के विकास की सही रफ्तार,समय पर पहचान से मिले बेहतर देखभाल का आधार।
#First6YearsOfLife

@PMOIndia | @Annapurna4BJP | @savitrii4bjp | @MoHFW_INDIA |@moayush |@MIB_India | @EduMinOfIndia| @mopr_goi

[Ministry of WCD @MinistryWCD]

संतुलित थाली, स्वस्थ जीवन की पहली सीढ़ी
आपकी थाली ही आपकी सेहत तय करती है।

आइए, जानें आपको अपनी थाली में क्या-क्या शामिल करना चाहिए।
#First6YearsOfLife

@PMOIndia | @Annapurna4BJP | @savitrii4bjp | @MoHFW_INDIA | @moayush | @EduMinOfIndia | @mopr_goi | @MoRD_GoI | @mygovindia

[Ministry of WCD @MinistryWCD]

घर का खाना–सेहत का खज़ाना।
आज हम जानेंगे घर पर पौष्टिक और संतुलित भोजन कैसे आसानी से तैयार करें।
ताज़ी सामग्री, सही पकाने के तरीके और संतुलित थाली–यही है बेहतर सेहत का राज।
#First6YearsOfLife

@PMOIndia | @Annapurna4BJP | @savitrii4bjp | @MoHFW_INDIA | @moayush | @EduMinOfIndia

[Ministry of WCD @MinistryWCD]

Early stimulation does not require expensive toys. Simple activities like talking to the child, telling stories, singing songs, showing pictures and playing together help support early childhood development.

#First6YearsOfLife #ECCE #PoshanPakhwada
@PIBWCD

[UNICEF India @UNICEFIndia]

This #PoshanPakhwada, let’s strengthen Anganwadi Centres together.

Community support—parents, local leaders, and other stakeholders—can transform these centres into vibrant spaces for nutrition, learning, and play.

Stronger Anganwadis mean stronger foundations #ForEveryChild.

@MinistryWCD

[UNICEF India @UNICEFIndia]

Fathers are more than caregivers; they are anchors!

Every moment you spend, every word you share, builds a child’s secure, loving future.

This #PoshanPakhwada, remember: when both parents nurture, development truly doubles.

[UNICEF India @UNICEFIndia]

#PoshanPakhwada 2026 reminds us that children’s early dietary habits don’t form in isolation.

Sedentary time and excessive screens affect nutrition, attention, language and cognition.

Evidence shows kids exposed to TV/food ads consume more calories—highlighting the need for parents and communities to shape healthier habits and digital environments.

@MinistryWCD #First6YearsOfLife

[UNICEF India @UNICEFIndia]

Suman Devi from Jharkhand shares how play-based learning has made her son Priyanshu excited about going to Anganwadi Centers.

His journey from uncertainty to joy is heartwarming!

#PoshanPakhwada #First6YearsOfLife

[UNICEF India @UNICEFIndia]

As #PoshanPakhwada unfolds, we celebrate 1.3M Anganwadi Workers supporting parents with nutrition and responsive caregiving.

In Maharashtra, AWWs use creative, game-based tools to explain how young brains develop—bringing NavChetna guidelines to life and strengthening parenting practices.

#First6YearsOfLife

@MinistryWCD