ZIRO, SEP 29:

Lower Subansiri district observed the district-level ‘Aangan Ka Utsav’ at the Child Care Institute (CCI), Old Ziro, on Tuesday as part of the nationwide Rashtriya Poshan Maah campaign.

The programme, spearheaded by Deputy Director (ICDS) Kago Maya Gyati, brought together the district administration, health and education departments and local governance bodies to promote improved health and nutrition for children and mothers.

Deputy Commissioner Oli Perme stressed the importance of community-wide participation in addressing malnutrition. He said nutritional well-being was fundamental to sustainable district development and required coordinated efforts across departments and society. He added that the initiative aimed to ensure access to healthcare, nutrition guidance and early childhood care at the grassroots level.

Superintendent of Police Techi Hanyir assured support from the police department for smooth implementation and community outreach during the district-wide activities. He stressed the importance of safe, supported and well-nourished families for building a healthy society.

The district authorities reaffirmed their commitment to sustaining the initiatives beyond the awareness month through continued monitoring and welfare support for mothers and children. (DIPR)