Aradhya Foundation and ICDS Solapur Join Hands to Improve Nutrition Among Mothers and Children’s

 

Solapur, Maharashtra – Aradhya Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting preterm babies and their families, collaborated with the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS), Solapur, to organize a unique Haldi Kumkum program. The event aimed to promote nutrition and health among pregnant and lactating women, as well as malnourished children, in urban Solapur.

 

The program, held on 28th January 2025, witnessed the distribution of essential nutrition supplements to beneficiaries. The supplements included Kharik, Matki, Mug, Chana, soyachunk, Banana, and Bitroit, among others. These supplements are crucial in improving the nutrition and weight of malnourished children.

 

The event was graced by esteemed guests, including Ms. Vijaya Mahajan, Professor of Social Work at Walchand College, and Mr. Deepak Dhepe, Child Development Project Officer (CDPO) from ICDS. The Aradhya Foundation team was also present to support the initiative.

 

“We are committed to ensuring that mothers and children receive the necessary nutrition for a healthy life,” said Ms. Saleha Sayyad, representative of Aradhya Foundation. “Our collaboration with ICDS Solapur is a significant step towards achieving this goal.”

 

The Haldi Kumkum program is an innovative approach to promoting nutrition and health among vulnerable populations. By distributing essential supplements and creating awareness about nutrition, Aradhya Foundation and ICDS Solapur aim to make a positive impact on the lives of mothers and children in urban Solapur.