In view of September month observed as Poshan Maah with an aim to disseminate an awareness on health and nutrition, ICDS Jalukie Project under the Department of Social Welfare, Peren conducted Block Level Poshan Panchayat at Women Welfare Conference Hall, Jalukie on 21st September, 2021.

EAC Jalukie, Wangan Phom in his address spoke on the role of Panchayat and various Poshan Schemes which was launched by the Central Government. He encouraged the local leaders to disseminate an awareness on health and nutrition to the block level. 

Wangan Phom also emphasized on the importance of COVID-19 Vaccine in order to attain and maintain good nutritional status to fight against the virus.

Meanwhile, CDPO Jalukie, Namhuheing spoke on Jan Andolan-People's Movement and encouraged the council members and village leaders to participate and to raise an awareness on health and nutrition. While speaking he also emphasized on the role of Panchayat to play an active role for successful implementation of the activities.

Kalivi Zhimomi, Supervisor Jalukie also spoke on the management of SAM, MAM (children) and the importance of exclusive breast feeding and complimentary feedings. She said early identification of SAM is important for initiating treatment and minimizing the risk of complications.

The programme was chaired by District Project Asst. Peren, Mezilung Nchang while vote of thanks was delivered by Hauneu Zeliang, President All Wards Chairman Jalukie Town.

(Mamang IA, Peren)