Date: April 21, 2026
Location: Mangaluru
The Department of Food, Nutrition and Dietetics and NutriCare Association organized an extension activity on “Poshan Pakhwada 2026” and “Food Label Padhega India” on April 21, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. in the Urwa locality to promote awareness on nutrition and informed food choices.
Students conducted home visits, interacting with families and spreading awareness on balanced diet, healthy lifestyle practices, and the importance of nutrition for pregnant women, lactating mothers, children, and the elderly. They also educated residents on reading food labels, including manufacturing date, expiry date, ingredients, and nutritional values.
The activity effectively promoted nutritional literacy and community awareness, while helping students build communication skills and social responsibility.
