Archive · 23 Sep 2025
Union Minister Launches Food Initiative in Palghar
Imagine a new plan called 'Meri Maati, Meri Thali' created by ISKCON, now being tested in Palghar!
The Environment Minister helped launch it.
The goal is to celebrate and encourage people to eat food that grows nearby, like in the old days.
They'll show off local crops and tasty recipes!
The Minister said the government supports eating grains like millet.
This event highlighted how food choices connect with the environment and our health.
They are also planning a research center in Palghar to study and teach people about sustainability.
The center will work with experts to help people live in a more eco-friendly way.
Union Minister launched 'Meri Maati, Meri Thali' initiative.
The initiative promotes traditional food practices and nutrition.
The event was held at the Govardhan Ecovillage in Palghar.
Local crops and recipes were showcased in the program.
A Centre of Excellence for sustainability research is planned.
- Who
- Union Environment Minister Bhupendra Yadav
- What
- Launched the 'Meri Maati, Meri Thali' initiative
- When
- Tuesday
- Where
- Govardhan Ecovillage, Palghar
- Why
- To promote traditional food practices and nutrition, also raising awareness of regional agricultural practices.
- Initiative Name
- Meri Maati, Meri Thali
- Focus
- Promoting traditional food and nutrition
- Location
- Govardhan Ecovillage, Palghar
- Launched by
- Union Environment Minister Bhupendra Yadav
- Developed by
- ISKCON
- Key Feature
- Showcasing local crops and recipes
- Additional Info
- Centre of Excellence planned for sustainability research