Event Details

REPORT ON NUTRITION PROGRAMME

The students of the Departments of Community Health Nursing and Child Health Nursing (1^st Year M.Sc. Nursing), Sikkim Manipal College of Nursing (SMCON), organised a Nutrition Project at the ICDS Centre, Majhi Gaon with the objective of creating awareness regarding healthy eating practices and child nutrition, particularly among ICDS children aged 1.5 to 2.5 years within the community.

The programme commenced with a welcome address delivered by the Master of Ceremonies, followed by the offering of khadas to the guests and dignitaries as a mark of respect and appreciation. The event was graced by the presence of Mr. Arjun, President of Majhi Gaon; Prof. Reshma Tamang, Head of the Department of Child Health Nursing, SMCON; Ms. Pranita Sharma, Assistant Professor, Department of Community Health Nursing, SMCON; Mr. Dinesh Sankar, Health Educator from Rangpo Primary Health Centre; and Ms. Kaushila Pandey, Auxiliary Nurse Midwife (ANM). The ICDS Anganwadi Health Worker, Mrs. Pushpa Tamang, along with other ICDS staff members, were also felicitated in recognition of their dedicated support and service to the community.

Approximately 40 participants attended the programme, comprising primarily mothers of ICDS children and their children, all of whom actively participated throughout the session.

The M.Sc. Nursing students conducted an interactive educational session focusing on the significance of proper nutrition, healthy dietary practices, and strategies to prevent malnutrition among young children. The session emphasized the importance of balanced nutrition during the early years of life to support optimal growth and development.

As part of the practical component of the programme, the students demonstrated the preparation of nutritious khichri and nutritious ladoos using locally available food ingredients. The demonstration aimed to encourage families to adopt affordable, culturally acceptable, and nutrient-rich food practices within their households. Community members actively engaged in the session by asking questions and sharing their experiences related to child feeding practices.

At the conclusion of the programme, valuable feedback was provided by Mr. Dinesh Sankar and Mr. Arjun, President of Majhi Gaon. They appreciated the efforts of the nursing students and commended them for organizing such a meaningful and impactful programme for the benefit of the community. They highlighted the relevance of nutrition education in promoting the health and well-being of children and families.

The programme concluded on a positive and encouraging note, strengthening the bond between the nursing students and the community while fostering greater awareness regarding nutrition, child health, and healthy living practices. The initiative also provided the students with valuable community-based learning experiences and reinforced the importance of health education in improving public health outcomes.