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The launch event was held in Sri Ganesh Auditorium in Muttalli in the presence of Sri Govind Naik – President of Western Ghats task force, Sri Devidas Mogera – BEO, Bhatkal and Sri Sheshagiri Naik – Gram Panchayat President, Muttalli. Also gracing the occasion were the Chief Guest for the event, Sri Mahendra Hegde – Chairman of Sri Sathya Sai Ananya Niketanam Gurukulam, Udupi and Sri Madhusudan Naik – Principal of Sri Sathya Sai Ananya Niketanam Gurukulam, Udupi. Representing the Trust, Sri Kiran B P – Regional coordinator of Annapoorna Trust, Karnataka, Sri Ram Shanbhog, who is taking lead in smooth execution of Morning Nutrition in Bhatkal, and Sri Prabhu, who is coordinating entire Karwar region supported by active Annapoorna Trust volunteers, participated in the event.

Ragi Cereals Health Drink with jaggery, would be provided to 168 students in 2 schools for 3 days a week. The Trust has already been providing Morning Nutrition in Uthangarai taluk of Krishnagiri district for 2800 children across 51 schools. Now, the program has been expanded into Hosur taluk as well.

In the launch event held at a government school, Education Department officials, Headmaster and teachers of the school were present. Representing the BNI Symphony chapter were Sri Harish and his wife, Smt Sudha. From Annapoorna Trust, Mr. Santosh Allath – National Manager of Annapoorna Trust and Mr T Saravanan – Annapoorna Trust Coordinator of Tamil Nadu, were present.

Since ancient times, Cuddalore has been a seaport used for trade and businesses. This district is prone to natural calamities like cyclones. It is named as one of the most backward districts in the country. The district is also one of the most robust fishing areas in the State and a home to a large number of fisher populations. It has also shown prevalence of malnutrition in children.

The event took place in the presence of Rtn Pavan Kumar Jain – President of Rotary club Platinum City, Rtn Ashwath Narayan Rao – Assistant Governor 3190, Rtn Kakoli Maity – TEACH Chair, Rtn Sangeetha, Smt. Padmini – HM of Tamil school, Sri Doddegowda – HM of Telugu school, Sri Vishwanath – SDMC Head, teachers Smt. Puttalakshmi & Smt. Latha. Rtn Ashwath Narayan Rao – Assistant Governor 3190 was the Chief Guest. Mr. Sushanth Karanth – Manager Govt & Partner alliances, Mr. Anil Lingayat – Senior Executive operations represented Annapoorna Trust.

Several government officials and school staff participated in the event, notably Sri K Sanjeevaiah – MLA Sullurpet and TTD Board Member, Dr Shekhar – District Education Officer, Sri Anil Kumar Reddy – Mandal Praja Parishad Chairman, the Municipal Chairman, MEOs of all 6 mandals, Headmasters, Teachers of Sullupet Schools, Sri Santosh Allath – National Manager of Annapoorna Trust, Sri Surendra Babu Kandalam – Regional Manager of Annapoorna Trust – Andhra Pradesh, Sri Rambabu – Operations Executive, Annapoorna Trust.

The simple and humble finger millet is a superfood that offers a bounty of nutritional benefits encompassing all the essential macronutrients – carbohydrates, fibres, fats and proteins, along with noteworthy level of key micronutrients – vitamins and minerals. Being a good source of natural calcium, Ragi strengthens bones in growing children. Easy to prepare and tasty to drink, this health mix has received positive feedback from teachers, cooks and the children. It is considered one of the best foods for growing children.

The Chief guests of the event, Sri Boinpally Vinod Kumar – Vice Chairman Planning Commission and Sri Sunke Ravishankar – MLA Choppadandi, along with District Educational Officer, Sri Ch. Janardhan Rao graced the occasion. Also present were Sri Kannam Ramesh – Karimnagar Nodal Officer who is also Annapoorna Trust co-ordinator of Karim Nagar and Sri Praveen Kumar – Headmaster of the school.

SaiSure is a health supplement mix designed specifically providing the vital nutrients and micro nutrients acting as a wholesome meal in itself. Higher attendance, lower dropout rates, improved health parameters, marked increase in academic performance and attentiveness – and the list goes on by just introducing a morning nutrition for school going children.