Phase IFoundation
Background
Overview
Central to human development, social justice, public health, and the effectiveness of government welfare programs. It directly impacts India's demographic dividend and sustainable development goals.
Child malnutrition, encompassing undernutrition forms like stunting, wasting, and micronutrient deficiencies, remains a significant public health challenge in India, impacting physical and cognitive development. It is a complex issue influenced by a multitude of factors including food security, healthcare access, sanitation, maternal health, and socio-economic conditions.