Prayagraj,

01 Sept (HS): The Department of Food, Nutrition and Public Health at Sam Higginbottom

University of Agriculture, Technology and Sciences (SHUATS) today began its

week-long celebration of National Nutrition Week, 2025. The event, held at the

department’s seminar hall, aims to raise awareness about the importance of a

healthy and balanced diet for overall well-being. On the inaugural day,

students from the department provided interactive counseling sessions for their

peers from other faculties. They educated students on the fundamental

importance of a healthy diet and offered guidance on nutritional intake

tailored for different diseases. Additionally, they provided practical advice

on maintaining an ideal diet based on an individual's height and weight. The

first day also featured a vibrant Rangoli competition, focusing on themes of

food and nutrition.

Speaking

on the occasion, Professor (Dr.) Ritu Prakash Dubey, Head of the Department and

Pro-Vice-Chancellor (PMD), highlighted the significance of the event.

Nutrition is the bedrock of a healthy society, she stated.

Our youth must understand how a balanced diet directly impacts their

physical and mental well-being, paving the way for a more productive and

prosperous future. Through this week, we aim to empower our students with

knowledge that they can carry forward and share with the community.

She

also emphasized the vital link between agriculture and health.

Agriculture and nutrition are two sides of the same coin, he said.

As a leading agricultural university, it is our responsibility to teach

our students not just how to grow food, but also how to use it for optimal

health. This event is a perfect example of that holistic approach.

The

department has planned a series of engaging activities throughout the week to

promote healthy living:

September

2: Quiz and Debate Competition

September

3: Food Craft Exhibition

September

4: Cultural Program, Poster, and Slogan Competition

September

8: A free Eye Check-up Camp for all.

Professor

(Dr.) Biswaroop Mehra, Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Administration) and Dean NAI ,

concluded by stating, We believe that a university's role extends far

beyond academics. Events like National Nutrition Week are crucial for fostering

a culture of health and wellness that benefits our entire community. We are

proud of the department's efforts to educate our students and staff on a topic

so vital to our collective future. On this occasion prof. Neeru bala,

prof. Virjeniya Paul, Dr Alka Gupta, Dr Neha Mishra and big numbers of students

were present.

Hindusthan Samachar / Abhishek Awasthi