Archive · 12 Sep 2026
'Poshan Mela' Promotes Maternal and Child Nutrition in Hanumakonda
A nutrition programme called Poshan Mela was held in Hanumakonda.
It was part of Poshan Masam-2026.
The programme focuses on helping mothers and children stay healthy.
Officials said nutrition means more than simply giving people food.
They also want families to understand why healthy food is important.
Nutritious food is being provided through Anganwadi centres.
Pregnant women received a traditional Srimantham ceremony and Seemantap Saare gifts.
Seven-month-old children were given nutritious food as part of a food drive.
The district-level ‘Poshan Mela’ was held in Hanumakonda on Friday under ‘Poshan Masam-2026’.
The programme was organised by the Women and Child Welfare Department.
Officials said the initiative aims to improve nutrition among pregnant women, lactating mothers and children.
Nutritious food was provided through Anganwadi centres, alongside efforts to raise public awareness.
Gundu Sudharani and Chahat Bajpai conducted Srimantham for pregnant women and arranged nutritious food for seven-month-old children.
- Who
- The Women and Child Welfare Department organised the event, attended by Gundu Sudharani, Chahat Bajpai and other officials.
- What
- A district-level ‘Poshan Mela’ was organised with nutrition activities for pregnant women, mothers and children.
- When
- Friday, during ‘Poshan Masam-2026’.
- Where
- Hanumakonda district, Telangana.
- Why
- The programme aims to improve nutrition, help prevent maternal and child mortality, and support a healthy Telangana.
- Programme
- ‘Poshan Mela’
- Campaign
- ‘Poshan Masam-2026’
- Organiser
- Women and Child Welfare Department
- Target groups
- Pregnant women, lactating mothers and children
- Food delivery
- Nutritious food through Anganwadi centres
- Special activities
- Srimantham and Seemantap Saare for pregnant women
- Children’s activity
- A nutritious food drive for seven-month-old children