To commemorate the 8th Rashtriya Poshan Maah 2025, the Poshan Project Kot Bhalwal partnered with the Ramakrishna Mission Medical Centre and the Government Ayurvedic Hospital. This impactful healthcare initiative occurred on March 1, 2025, in Jammu.
Distinguished guests, including Sh. Sher Singh, the Additional District Development Commissioner of Jammu, graced the occasion. They were joined by Swami Yajnadharananda Ji, Secretary of the Ramakrishna Mission, and Sh. Pankaj Anand, District Programme Officer of Mission POSHAN Jammu.
This health camp focused on essential themes like addressing obesity, promoting local nutrition solutions, and enhancing community involvement for better health outcomes.
Key Activities of the Poshan Camp
During the event, attendees engaged in various activities designed to foster health awareness. These included:
- Expert speeches on nutrition and health
- ‘Swasth Balak Pratiyogita’ (healthy child competition)
- Rangoli making to celebrate healthy eating
- Nutrition and health awareness stalls
- Free health check-ups and medicine distribution
The participatory format attracted a large turnout, signifying the community’s commitment to nutrition awareness.
Expert Insights and Community Participation
During his address, Sh. Sher Singh emphasized the importance of proper nutrition, especially for vulnerable groups like children and pregnant women. Swami Yajnadharananda Ji highlighted the spiritual significance of nutrition and health, advocating for more grassroots involvement in future initiatives.
Sh. Pankaj Anand echoed similar sentiments, urging the community to remain vigilant about health practices and to embrace the mission of POSHAN Maah as a way to improve overall health.
Community members received free consultations and participated in informative sessions regarding nutrition, preventive health strategies, and sustainable health practices. The initiative was consistent with the month-long observance of Rashtriya Poshan Maah, dedicated to enhancing nutritional standards in India.
Focus on Nutrition Themes
The Poshan Maah celebration centered on several critical themes:
- Addressing Obesity: Highlighting the importance of maintaining healthy weight.
- Men’s Involvement: Encouraging fathers and male guardians to actively participate in nutritional care.
- Environment Campaign: Integrating environmental awareness into nutritional education.
- Poshan Bhi Padhai Bhi: Emphasizing the link between nutrition and education.
This year’s focus on these themes seeks to create a holistic understanding of health, merging both dietary and educational aspects to foster a healthier society.
Conclusion: A Call to Action
The event concluded with a powerful message from Sh. Mohit Bharti, the CDPO of Kot Bhalwal. He acknowledged the essential contributions of the Ramakrishna Mission Medical Centre and the Government Ayurvedic Hospital in promoting the theme “Eat Right for a Healthy Life.”
The Poshan Project camp not only served to provide immediate health resources but also ignited a collective commitment to promote lasting nutrition awareness that benefits all community members.
As the local community looks forward, there is a renewed call for action and a promise to keep the conversation about nutrition alive. Attendees were encouraged to share the knowledge gained and to remain vigilant in adopting healthy habits.
For more information, contact:
Ramakrishna Mission Medical Centre
Udheywala, Jammu
Ph: 9596984032
