Government of India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has drawn attention to Nutrition Month in India, renewing the government's focus on eradicating malnutrition. The push highlights ongoing national nutrition programmes aimed at improving child and maternal health. The message is being circulated as part of the September campaign encouraging public participation in nutrition awareness efforts across the country.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised work carried out during India's Nutrition Month, saying "we have to make our society completely free from malnutrition." The remarks come as the government continues its annual drive to raise awareness about child and maternal nutrition across the country. The campaign promotes healthy diets, Anganwadi services and community participation in tackling malnutrition.