Poshan Pakhwada 2025: Date, Theme, Significance, And More

The annual Poshan Pakhwada is all set to begin today, prioritising early childhood nutrition, malnutrition management, and obesity prevention. According to the Ministry of Women and Child Development, “Poshan Abhiyan aims to promote a healthy and nutritious diet among children and women with the blend of technology and tradition.” Scroll down to learn more about this annual event. 

Poshan Pakhwada 2025 Date And Theme

Annual Poshan Pakhwada 2025 is scheduled to begin from April 8, 2025, to April 22, 2025. According to the Ministry of Women and Child Development, this is the 7th edition of the event, with themes centred on maternal and infant nutrition, digital accessibility for beneficiaries, and combating childhood obesity. The event will use a Poshan tracker, which enables real-time monitoring of nutrition services at Anganwadi centres. Beneficiaries can register via the Poshan Tracker Web App for improved access, as mentioned on the official website. 

Poshan Pakhwada Significance

According to the Ministry of Women and Child Development, Poshan Abhiyan aims to promote a healthy and nutritious diet among children and women with a blend of technology and tradition. The 2025 edition focuses on the first 1000 days of a child's life as it is a critical period for child development.

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Poshan Pakhwada Activities 2025

According to the Ministry of Women and Child Development, “Poshan Pakhwada is a step towards building a nutritious Bharat with the main focus on women and children.”
All the ministries and departments of the Government of India, along with Anganwadi Centres across the country, are organising various activities to sensitise the community to:

• Prioritise antenatal care, proper nutrition, and regular health checkups.
• Pledge for a healthier future - eat healthy, stay active, and spread awareness.
• Eat a balanced and healthy diet.
• Drink 8 glasses of water daily.
• Register on the Poshan Tracker App.

Poshan Pakhwada Objective 2025

During Poshan Pakhwada 2025, the goal is to turn every Anganwadi into a frontline nutrition clinic where every child grows strong. The usage of technology allows for better tracking and development. 

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