Change Stories

According to a report from the women and child development ministry of Maharashtra, the situation of malnutrition in children has shown improvement in the three most malnourished districts of the state over the past six months. The districts in focus are Raigad, Thane, and Palghar. In December 2022, the report indicated that 8,661 children were

The district of Gadchiroli in Maharashtra, India, has made significant progress in combating malnutrition among children through the implementation of a special diet program. In collaboration with nutritionists, the district introduced eight nutrient-dense Maharashtrian recipes to aid in the recovery of malnourished children aged six months to six years. These recipes, including vegetable khichdi, sprouts

The Shrimati Malati Dahanukar Trust (SMDT) in Maharashtra’s Ahmednagar district has been successful in tackling malnutrition among mothers and children in the area. The trust, founded in 2010, focuses on providing nutrition tips and fortified food to pregnant women, lactating mothers, and their children during the critical first 1,000 days from pregnancy to five years

The plight of Anganwadi Sevikas and Helpers in Maharashtra highlights the ongoing struggle for fair compensation and recognition as government employees. Despite their indispensable role in driving grassroots welfare initiatives for women and children, these dedicated workers are faced with meager salaries that fail to reflect the magnitude of their responsibilities. The recent salary hike