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Nutrition Intervention for SAM & MAM children in collaboration with Persistent Foundation – Karnataka – 30th June 2022

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Post date July 2, 2022

Nutrition Intervention for SAM & MAM children in collaboration with Persistent Foundation – Karnataka – 30th June 2022

July 2nd, 2022

Annapoorna Trust in collaboration with Persistent Foundation have initiated Nutrition Intervention for SAM & MAM children in Bagepalli & Gowribidanur taluks of Chikkaballapur district in Karnataka. SaiSure multi nutrient health mix would be provided to 508 children for overall development & growth.

Stunting or low height for age is a sign of chronic undernutrition. 35% children under the age of five in Karnataka are stunted i.e., too short for their age, which indicates that they have been undernourished for some time, just one per cent less than the national average of 36%. Likewise, One-fifth of children are wasted, or too thin for their height, which may result from inadequate recent food intake or a recent illness causing weight loss. This is as per the National Family Health Survey – 5 (NFHS) released on 2019-20. Kids born to thin mothers are stunted and the prevalence of stunting is higher in rural areas than urban areas.

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.

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SaiSure multi nutrient health mix distribution to Govt. school children in Bengaluru, 23rd June 2022

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Post date June 25, 2022

SaiSure multi nutrient health mix distribution to Govt. school children in Bengaluru, 23rd June 2022

June 25th, 2022

From 23rd June 2022, Sri Sathya Sai Annapoorna Trust in collaboration with Adamya Chetana has resumed distribution of SaiSure to 50,000 govt. school children, every Thursday in Bengaluru. This activity had come to a halt due to COVID pandemic.

Now that the schools have reopened, these government school children would be receiving nutrition in the form of SaiSure multi nutrient health mix along with mid-day meals being provided by Adamya Chetana. Ms Tejaswini Ananth Kumar who is the Managing Trustee of Adamya Chetana Smt. Girija Shastry Memorial Trust, took part in the preparation of SaiSure health mix.

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Permission received for start of Morning Nutrition Program in 12 schools in Himachal Pradesh, 24th March 2022

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Post date March 26, 2022

Permission received for start of Morning Nutrition Program in 12 schools in Himachal Pradesh, 24th March 2022

March 26th, 2022

Due to the onslaught of Covid-19 and the schools being closed, Annapoorna Morning Nutrition Program could not make a start in Himachal Pradesh. The Trust representatives had been meeting the MDM officials prior to the pandemic. However, after almost two years, the meeting with the MDM officials resumed once the schools opened.

On 21^st March 2022, the Trust representatives met Mr. Naresh Sharma, Nodal Officer, MDM, Department of Shimla and requested him to proceed with the proposal request. Also, a detail conversation ensued regarding the places where the program is being carried out and its benefits on the children including reduced absenteeism, better focus on studies and improved health profile. The officer welcomed the Nutrition Program and asked his team to prepare an official letter to be forwarded to Dr. Pankaj Lalit, Director of Primary Education (HP) for approval.

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Morning Nutrition Program at Nagaland – March 7th 2022

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Post date March 9, 2022

Morning Nutrition Program at Nagaland – March 7th 2022

March 9th, 2022

The north-eastern state of Nagaland characterised by hilly terrains and multiple tribe population is all set to have the flagship Morning Nutrition Programme for its school children. The program was started by Sri Sathya Sai Annapoorna Trust on 07-Mar-2022.

The State of Nagaland has hilly terrain and is not easily approachable. The schools are in remote places in this region. With the single pointed vision, “Let No Child Go To School HUNGRY EVER!” and tireless efforts of Annapoorna volunteers, the Trust has shown its presence in the north-eastern part of our country.

2624 school children studying in 72 schools across 3 districts of Kohima, Phek and Kiphire in the state will now receive SaiSure multi-nutrient mix that will provide them with balanced nutrition and increased immunity. A formal MoU has been signed between MDM (Mid-Day Meal) department and Annapoorna Trust to introduce SaiSure micronutrient health mix along with Milk to the government school going children.

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Annapoorna Morning Nutrition in Sikkim – March 4th 2022

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Post date March 7, 2022

Annapoorna Morning Nutrition in Sikkim – March 4th 2022

March 7th, 2022

The beautiful north-eastern state of Sikkim is now home to Annapoorna Nutrition Programme. The inauguration of the programme took place on 04-Mar-2022. This program would help alleviate malnutrition in children & also aid in their cognitive development.

Honourable Education Minister of Sikkim – Sri K N Lepcha, Additional chief secretary – Sri G P Upadhyaya, Director of Mid-Day Meals programme – Sri Sonam Denzongpa, Joint director and Assistant Director of Mid-Day Meals programme – Sri Pema Bhutia Thinlay graced the occasion.

Mr. Santhosh Allath – National Manager & Mr. Vivek Kumar – Manager – Operations, CSR Partners & Government Alliances represented Annapoorna Trust.
The additional chief secretary, Mr. G. P. Upadhyaya, talked about the importance of various micro-nutrients for the growth of children and why there is an imperative need to address the issue of children not having breakfast before coming to school. He thanked Annapoorna Trust for starting the pilot project in the State of Sikkim.

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Nutritional Intervention in collaboration with Oracle Inc, February 2022

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Post date February 10, 2022

Nutritional Intervention in collaboration with Oracle Inc, February 2022

February 10th, 2022

Sri Sathya Sai Annapoorna Trust in collaboration with Oracle India Private Limited started a distribution drive of Immunity Boosting kits for moderately acute malnutrition (MAM) children in the wake of COVID-19 Pandemic. Around 1175 MAM children from Siddlaghatta and Gudibande taluks in Chikkaballapur district in Karnataka will receive immunity boosting kits for 6 months.

The launch took place on February 10th 2022 in Sidlaghatta in the presence of Deputy Director of Women & Child Development, Mr. Ashwatamma, and on February 11th 2022 in Gudibande in the esteemed presence of Child Development Project Officer, Mr. Rafiq.

The little children were very happy to receive these multiple items in the form of kit. The excitement in the faces of these small children spoke volumes. This activity will build the nutrition profile of malnourished children in rural areas and will provide immunity against covid and other diseases. We thank Oracle India Private Ltd. for walking the extra mile to gift the needy children with better health and immunity!

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Pre-emptive Nutrition for SAM & MAM children in collaboration with DWF Canada

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Post date January 28, 2022

Pre-emptive Nutrition for SAM & MAM children in collaboration with DWF Canada

January 28th, 2022

Sri Sathya Sai Annapoorna Trust in collaboration with Divine Will Foundation – Canada, have come forward to start this noble intervention of supporting severely acute & moderately acute mal-nourished (SAM & MAM) children.

SaiSure is a multi-nutrient supplement, a malt-based composition, offered totally free of cost, for pregnant women, toddlers, pre-school, and school children. It is designed to meet 75% of the recommended daily allowance (RDA) of most of the Micronutrients. This health supplement is known to improve immunity, enhance cognition, optimize weight gain, increase bone mass, and ensure healthy blood. SaiSure is available in Vanilla, Chocolate and Cardamom flavours.

Testimonials from some of the Anganwadi teachers, parents and children can be found below:

An Anganwadi teacher by name, Ms. Narayanamma of Sultanpet said, “My name is B C Narayanamma working at an Anganwadi in Sultanpet. We currently have two MAM children. Post giving SaiSure powder, they are doing well & improved a lot. We request to share this product to many more people.”

Ms. Bhagya said, “We are giving this SaiSure powder given by Annapoorna Trust to mal-nourished kids in our area. In our Byranayakanahalli village, one child is in the MAM category. In the month of June, the child’s weight was 10.4 kg. Post giving SaiSure to the child over a period of three months, now the weight of the child has increased to 11.2 kg. Child is getting improved largely. We thank Annapoorna Trust on behalf of Byranayakanahalli village people.”

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Morning Nutrition Expansion in Tirupati Rural, Andhra Pradesh

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Post date January 22, 2022

Morning Nutrition Expansion in Tirupati Rural, Andhra Pradesh

January 22nd, 2022

On Jan 19, 2022, Morning Nutrition Programme was launched for Government school children in Tirupati Rural, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. Annapoorna officials and volunteers started expanding the presence of morning nutrition across 6 mandals in Chandragiri Constituency – Chandragiri, Pakala, Yerravari Palam, Chinnagottugallu, RC Puram & Tirupati Rural by visiting each of the schools and making sure ingredients & utensils are all set up. Proper precautions were taken in making sure the school & cook’s details are recorded digitally.

Annapoorna Trustees personally visited schools in Chenchu Yanadi Colony, C Gollapalli & nearby schools early in the morning during the first week of February. Jayachandra Reddy who is PA to MLA Chevireddy Bhaskar Reddy also accompanied the Annapoorna Trustees at Chenchu Yanadi Colony. Sarpanch of Gollapalli – Ravi was present during visit to his village. All these developments made the locals feel connected to the purpose & joined hands with enthusiasm for successful implementation of Morning nutrition across all villages.

Sai Prasad Ivaturi – Trustee & CFO of Annapoorna Trust spoke as, “We are here to give regular breakfast daily. Monday till Friday different varieties of breakfast like Attukulu Upma, Vegetable Upma, Rice Bath, Lemon Rice, Pongal would be prepared hot & served to school children. Every Saturday SaiSure multi nutrient health mix with milk would be served. Please make use of this opportunity & grow in academic career.”

Testimonials from teachers & cooks as below in the video:

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Sri Sathya Sai Annapoorna Trust introduces SaiSure Health Mix in Ramanagara District,Karnataka for 57,725 Govt School Children

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Post date November 3, 2020
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Sri Sathya Sai Annapoorna Trust introduces SaiSure Health Mix in Ramanagara District for 57,725 Govt School Children

11th Mar 2020

At Sri Sathya Sai Annapoorna Trust , our constant endeavor is to ensure that no child goes to school hungry ever.

Annapoorna Breakfast Programme, our award-winning initiative, provides free morning nutrition to needy school children, typically attending interior rural government schools.

With great humility and satisfaction, we announce that SaiSure Health Mix will now be administered to over 50,000 needy school children attending government schools in the district of Ramanagara, Karanataka.

The Government of Karnataka provides milk to these children under their Ksheera Bhagya Scheme. Addition of SaiSure Health Mix ensures that we deliver the necessary nourishment and taste for the children, while addressing the burden of malnutrition experienced in this region.

Following are the figures related to the proposed coverage.

We are fortunate to receive the support and encouragement from the local government officials, including the District Commissioner. With this, Annapoorna’s Morning Nutrition Programme covers two large districts of Chikkaballapur and Ramanagar, besides 3 Taluks of the Tumkur District and few more districts of Karnataka.

With this latest update, the trust now serves free morning nutrition to over 460,000 children in Govt Schools across 17 states and 3 UTs of India.

At this time, we would like to extend our hearty appreciation and gratitude for all our supporters, patrons and like-minded individuals, who have constantly encouraged us as we continue to expand coverage towards building the nation through nutrition, in line with our vision of letting no child go to school hungry ever!