Nabarangpur, Oct 12 [UDN}:: Various district-level competitions were organised with enthusiasm in Nabarangpur district as part of the 9th National Nutrition Month 2026 celebrations. This year’s campaign is being observed with the key message “Our Anganwadi, Our Responsibility.”
More than 40 students from different high schools across the district actively participated in the competitions, which were organised at the JELC School premises in Nabarangpur. Essay writing, drawing and quiz competitions were conducted under the supervision of the District Social Welfare Department’s District Nutrition Coordinator and concerned teachers.
The essay competition featured topics including “Nutrition and Appropriate Care – The Foundation of Child Development” and “Our Anganwadi – Our Responsibility.” Students showcased their knowledge, ideas and understanding of nutrition and child development through their written presentations.
The drawing competition focused on themes such as “Dietary Diversity” and “Safe Motherhood – Healthy Child,” providing participants an opportunity to express their creativity while highlighting the importance of balanced nutrition, maternal health and child well-being.
A quiz competition was also organised to assess students’ awareness and knowledge of various themes associated with Nutrition Month 2026. A total of 30 questions were asked on nutrition-related subjects.
In addition, a separate quiz competition was organised at the Smart Gurukul College in Nabarangpur, in which 34 students participated. The event was conducted in the presence of the District Mamata-PMMVY Coordinator of the District Social Welfare Department and concerned faculty members.
The quiz covered a wide range of topics, including nutrition, health, child development, the role of Anganwadi Centres, dietary diversity, nutrition for pregnant women and lactating mothers, and other themes associated with Nutrition Month 2026.
The competitions aimed to create greater awareness among students about nutrition, healthy lifestyles, child development, dietary diversity and the important role played by Anganwadi Centres. Another key objective was to connect students with accurate information and knowledge related to nutrition and maternal and child health.
The programme concluded successfully with enthusiastic participation and creative performances by the students. The participants who secure positions in the various competitions will be felicitated and awarded during the upcoming district-level Nutrition Month 2026 concluding ceremony.
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