Amity Medical School, Amity University Haryana, organized a Community Awareness Program on Dietary Diversity at Anganwadi Centre, Kukrola, Haryana, on 15 September 2026, on the occasion of National Nutrition Month. The program was conducted under the guidance of Dr. Shashi Soni, with the coordination of Prof.
(Dr.) Luxita Sharma, Deputy Director, AMS and Head, Department of Dietetics & Applied Nutrition. It aimed to educate community members about the importance of dietary diversity, balanced meals, adequate nutrient intake, and healthy eating practices for maintaining overall health and well-being. The initiative also provided students with an opportunity to apply their academic knowledge in a community setting and promoted awareness aligned with SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being.
The Community Awareness Program successfully promoted awareness of dietary diversity and healthy eating practices among community members at Anganwadi Centre, Kukrola. The participation of 19 students and research scholar Ms. Shivangi Sharma provided an opportunity for practical learning and direct community interaction. The program emphasized the importance of consuming a variety of foods from different food groups to ensure adequate nutrient intake and prevent nutrition-related problems. It also strengthened students’ communication and community engagement skills while highlighting the importance of nutrition education in promoting health and well-being.