299 Anganwadi Centres Declared Completely Malnutrition-Free; No Severely Malnourished Children in 1,184 Centres
Published on: July 27, 2026
By: BTNI
Location: Rajnandgaon, India
Rajnandgaon district has achieved a significant milestone in its efforts to become free from malnutrition, with 299 Anganwadi centres now completely free of malnutrition.
In another major achievement, not a single child in the 1,184 Anganwadi centres falls under the category of severe malnutrition or severe underweight.
The achievement has been made possible through the sustained and coordinated efforts of the Women and Child Development Department, Health Department, National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM) and the Potth Laika campaign.
Under the guidance of Collector Jitendra Yadav, the district administration has been working in mission mode to improve the nutritional status of children.
The results of teamwork, public participation and sustained efforts against malnutrition have now begun to show significant results.
With every child in the district being treated as a priority, focused efforts are being undertaken to ensure a healthy, well-nourished and secure future for children.
Nutrition Campaign Reaches Doorsteps
Effective coordination between various departments, continuous monitoring and public participation have played a crucial role in achieving the milestone.
Pregnant women and mothers of infants were regularly counselled and made aware of balanced diets, breastfeeding and childcare practices.
Under the Potth Laika campaign, growth monitoring of children, regular follow-up visits and necessary guidance were ensured through door-to-door outreach.
The Women and Child Development Department ensured the regular distribution of take-home rations through Anganwadi centres and provided nutrition education.
The Health Department conducted regular health check-ups, vaccination and necessary treatment for children.
Members of NRLM self-help groups, known as Samuh Didis, also made a significant contribution by preparing ready-to-eat nutritional food, promoting nutrition awareness and strengthening community participation.
Special Focus Now on Moderate Malnutrition
A total of 1,514 Anganwadi centres are currently operating in the district.
The district administration has now prepared a special strategy to identify children suffering from moderate malnutrition and help them move into the normal category.
The administration has set a target of declaring 350 more Anganwadi centres completely malnutrition-free by August 15, 2026, followed by 551 more centres by October 2, 2026.
The ultimate objective of the administration is to make every Anganwadi centre in Rajnandgaon district free from malnutrition.
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