Balanced and nutritious diet is a critical component in ensuring physical and mental well-being of children. Keeping this in mind, the government was laying special emphasis on fulfilling the nutritional needs of children by providing healthy and balanced nutrition necessary for their ideal growth.
With this in mind, the government was promoting nutritional health to build a prosperous society. In Himachal,21,115 mid-day meal workers.
Nutritious food is every child’s right. A balanced diet not only ensures physical growth but also strengthens mental and emotional health. Through its effective policies and schemes, the state government has ensured the availability of nutritious food for children – leading to a healthier, happier and brighter childhood.
As per the World Health Organizaton, nutrition is a critical part of health and development of children as it ensures improved infant, child and maternal health, strong immune systems, lower risk of non-communicable diseases and longevity.
It is a well known fact that healthy children learn better, are happier and grow up to become more productive, cashing upon opportunities to gradually break the cycles of poverty and hunger.
