National Nutrition Month 2024 was celebrated with great enthusiasm to raise awareness about the importance of healthy eating and active living. Focus areas for Rashtriya Poshan Maah, 2024 were Anaemia, Growth Monitoring, Complementary Feeding, Poshan Bhi Padhai Bhi (PBPB), Technology for better governance, transparency and efficient service delivery including other general areas such as; Breastfeeding, First 1000 days, Yoga for Health etc. Various engaging activities were organized by the department of Food Science and Nutrition at SNDT College of home Science to promote nutrition education among the students.

On 23^rd  September 2024, a cooking competition was arranged to feature participants preparing nutritious beverages, chutneys and dips using locally sourced ingredients. The emphasis was on creativity and health benefits. A panel of judges evaluated the dishes based on taste, presentation and nutritional value. Winners received certificates, fostering a spirit of healthy cooking in the community.

On the same day E- Poster making competition was also conducted to encourage participants to creatively express their understanding of Complementary feeding and Importance of nutrition in Anaemia. Students submitted digital posters that focused on two themes namely, “Importance of Complementary Feeding” and “Combating Anaemia”. edition of the departmental e-newsletter, “Khadyafora”, promoting awareness beyond the event. Interesting Nutritional games were made by the students 

based on themes like, Anaemia; Complementary Feeding and Poshan Bhi Padhai Bhi to create awareness among the other students as well as staff members.

Street play competition was arranged on 24^th September, 2024 based on the themes of Anaemia, Poshan Bhi Padhai Bhi and Complementary feeding. Some vibrant street plays were performed by the students, highlighting the significance of balanced diets and the consequences of poor nutrition. The performance attracted a large audience, effectively conveying messages about healthy food choices and lifestyle habits. A panel of judges evaluated the plays based on various parameters and chose the winners.

On 25^th September 2024,  a seminar was organized by the department of Food Science and Nutrition at SNDT College of Home Science, Pune focusing on the topics: “The First 1000 Days of Life”; “Human Milk Banking” and “Scope of Lactation Counsellor”, to spread more knowledge about these areas. The session on “The First 1000 Days of Life” was taken by Ms. Vaishali Madkaikar, Pediatric Nutritionist, while the speaker for the other two sessions was Ms. Amrita Desai, Lactation consultant.

The celebration of National Nutrition Month 2024 successfully engaged participants and highlighted the importance of nutrition in everyday life. The combination of performances, competitions, and nutrition awareness activities not only educated attendees but also inspired them to make healthier choices.