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As part of the ‘Amrutha Grama Yojana Program,’ 750 villages with low multi-dimensional poverty index, have been identified by the planning and statistics department led by Dr Shalini Rajneesh with the help of NSS volunteers, to improve its basic infrastructure and amenities. Innovative solutions like that of SaiSure multi-nutrient health mix by the Sri Sathya Sai Annapoorna Trust is the nutrition partner. In order to combat malnutrition, SaiSure has been introduced in the identified 450 government schools in the villages of Raichur, Yadgir and Kalaburagi.

Annapoorna Morning Nutrition Program started in the Vidarbha region of Maharashtra in April 2022. Vidarbha is less economically prosperous when compared to other regions of Maharashtra and has hot humid climate with considerable poverty & malnutrition. On 04 Apr 2022, SaiSure multi nutrient health mix was launched in Murtizapur by Mr. Bacchu Babarao Kadu – state minister of Education. With relevant permissions from Government for 5 districts in Vidarbha region, morning nutrition has started in Akola for 1050 children and 250 children in Amravathi. Very soon, the programme will start in the remaining 3 districts – Buldhana, Yavatmal & Washim as well.

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SaiSure, a health supplement mix formulated by Annapoorna Trust is designed to specifically meet the macro as well as the micronutrients required for growing children. The tasty and highly nutritious SaiSure health mix augments the milk provided by the government in the schools (part of their mid-day meals) and thereby, makes it a wholesome meal for the children. This product is certified by the FSSAI and is manufactured in an FDA-approved facility. It can be easily consumed by simply mixing it in milk and also easily transportable to remote geographies.

The Government of India along with the State Governments has planned and propagated various initiatives (called as the Poshan Abhiyaan program) to address the malnutrition gap which is a major concern in the country. Despite state government having schemes to tackle malnutrition, much is to be done. Annapoorna Trust & Persistent foundation have been at the forefront in joining hands with the state government for enabling a healthier society, especially in the rural areas.

This health mix ensures that the children especially from the underprivileged sections of our society, get 50% of the Recommended Daily Allowance ensuring vital supplements to their bodies and minds. The health mix contains the macro and the micronutrients required for overall development, growth, cognition, and strong immunity. We look forward for continued association with Rotary Club who also have a common desire in making the world a better place to live.