Experts proposed solution to combat malnutrition in India: BNF 2nd Symposium
Speaking at the Inaugural session of the symposium, Arun Maira ' Member, Planning Commission, Government of India said, "Our Children cannot wait any longer". The Malnutrition problem was compared by many eminent speakers as a "Silent Emergency' in the country that needs to be tackled on priority.
The Symposium comprised of three sessions that focus on learning from success stories in other countries, understanding the science and research into malnutrition, and creating a platform for action in India.
19 experts from India and around the world came together to discuss the issues at hand and to share strategies and success stories that are illustrative of working models and action plans. Experts shared stories from geographies such as Thailand, China, Brazil and Africa to illustrate roadmaps. It was discussed that the Malnutrition problem is a multi-sectoral problem and needs partnerships among the Public sector, the Private sector and the civil society at large.
One of the key themes that emerged through the symposium was the need for a Development indicator that goes beyond GDP and includes Nutritional Status of the population amongst others.
Britannia, India's leading food company has created the Britannia Nutrition Foundation with the belief that Every Child has a Right to Growth and Development which includes not just the Right to food, but also the Right to Nutrition. The Britannia Nutrition Foundation is also kicking off a unique initiative following the symposium that aims to involve citizens and organizations into raising salience of the Malnutrition problem in the country. For more details log on to www.right2nutrition.org
Share
Facebook
YouTube
Tweet
Twitter
LinkedIn