From Moringa in Chhattisgarh to Millet Competition in Gujarat, PM Commends Efforts

The 138th edition of the prime minister’s radio address highlighted success stories from across India’s nutrition battle. In Chhattisgarh, the "Har Ghar Munaga" programme pushes moringa – often called the “miracle tree” – into household menus, positioning it as a low‑cost source of vitamins and minerals. Gujarat, on the other hand, has introduced a state‑wide millet cooking competition, encouraging chefs and home cooks to showcase budget‑friendly recipes that also uplift local grain growers. Maharashtra’s collaborative model sees educators, Anganwadi workers and parents jointly conducting nutrition awareness sessions, building a robust support system for children. Mizoram’s community garden drive, inspired by the age‑old "Talo‑Mada‑Yna" tradition of serving others, demonstrates grassroots commitment to food security. The prime minister also praised the digital "Nutrition Tracker" that now links close to 90 million Anganwadi beneficiaries, delivering precise data to improve the health outcomes of infants, expectant mothers and nursing mothers.