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The Poshan Abhiyaan, launched in 2018, represents a groundbreaking government initiative to combat malnutrition in India. Led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the program focuses on improving nutrition outcomes for children, adolescent girls, pregnant women, and lactating mothers. Using innovative digital tools like the Poshan Tracker App, the mission ensures real-time monitoring and transparency in nutrition services. With 99.02% Aadhaar verification and a comprehensive approach, Mission Poshan 2.0 is transforming healthcare and nutrition across the country.

Key Points: Modi's Poshan Abhiyaan Transforms Nutrition Across India

  • Mission Poshan 2.0 targets critical nutrition challenges nationwide
  • Poshan Tracker App enables real-time health monitoring
  • 99.02% beneficiaries Aadhaar-verified for transparent services
  • Digital tools drive nutritional behavioral change
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Poshan Abhiyaan made significant strides in improving nutrition outcomes in India: Minister

Harsh Malhotra highlights PM Modi's nutrition mission success, digital tracking, and nationwide impact on maternal and child health

"By prioritising nutrition, India can build a healthier, more productive, and prosperous nation - Harsh Malhotra"

New Delhi, June 9

Poshan Abhiyaan has made significant strides in improving nutrition outcomes in India, said Minister of State for Corporate Affairs and Road, Transport and Highways Harsh Malhotra on Monday.

Addressing an event in the national capital, Malhotra said that Poshan Abhiyaan is “Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government’s effort and commitment to addressing India's malnutrition challenges”.

“Poshan Abhiyan has made significant strides in improving nutrition outcomes in India, particularly among children, adolescent girls, pregnant women, and lactating mothers,” Malhotra added.

Launched in 2018, the campaign to fight malnutrition has promoted healthy growth and development in the country.

“The programme has enabled a nationwide Jan Andolan, catalysing nutrition-related behavioural change and promoting positive feeding and healthcare practices,” the Minister said.

He also applauded the Poshan Tracker App which enables real-time monitoring of nutrition services, ensuring timely interventions and better tracking of progress.

Mission Poshan 2.0 is a Rs 1.81 lakh crore initiative (2021-26) that targets children, adolescent girls, pregnant women, and lactating mothers.

It not only integrates nutrition, health, and community efforts but also uses digital tools like the Poshan Tracker -- winner of the Prime Minister’s Award for Excellence in Public Administration 2024 -- to drive real-time monitoring and behavioural change.

As of March 2025, a total of 99.02 per cent of beneficiaries are Aadhaar-verified, and a face authentication module ensures transparency in distributing take-home rations, according to the government.

Malhotra also advocated ensuring adequate nutrition for pregnant women and lactating mothers -- crucial for healthy child development. Maternal nutrition plays a vital role in preventing health complications during childbirth and ensuring healthy birth outcomes, the MoS added.

“By prioritising nutrition, India can build a healthier, more productive, and prosperous nation, achieving its vision of a Viksit Bharat,” the Minister said.

- IANS

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Here are 6 diverse Indian perspective comments for the Poshan Abhiyaan article:
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Rahul K.
This is a much-needed initiative for our country. In my village in Bihar, I've seen how the Poshan Tracker has helped ensure pregnant women get proper nutrition. The Aadhaar verification is a smart move to prevent leakages. More power to such schemes! 🇮🇳
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Priya M.
While the intentions are good, implementation needs improvement. In our district, many anganwadi workers complain about technical glitches with the Poshan app. Also, the take-home rations often don't reach on time. Hope they fix these gaps soon.
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Arjun S.
₹1.81 lakh crore is a massive investment! But if it helps reduce stunting and malnutrition among our children, every rupee is worth it. The focus on adolescent girls is especially important - they're future mothers after all. Jai Hind!
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Sunita R.
As a mother, I appreciate this initiative. The nutrition education part is crucial - many women in rural areas don't know about balanced diets. But they should also focus more on urban poor who often get left out of such schemes.
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Vikram J.
Digital India showing results! The face authentication for ration distribution is brilliant - no more fake beneficiaries. Hope they expand this to all welfare schemes. Small steps like these will make India viksit by 2047.
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Neha P.
The Jan Andolan approach is working! In my colony, we now have monthly nutrition awareness camps. But the government should partner more with local NGOs who have grassroots connect. Together we can make India malnutrition-free! 💪

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