SRMIST Conducts World Food Day Awareness Programme at Anjur Government School
In commemoration of World Food Day 2025, the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE), School of Public Health, and the Unnat Bharat Abhiyan (UBA) Cell of SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST) jointly organized a two-day World Food Day Awareness Programme at Anjur Government School on 13th and 14th October 2025.
The initiative aimed to raise awareness among school children about healthy and unhealthy food habits, promote nutritional literacy, and encourage students to make informed dietary choices through creative and practical learning activities.
Day 1 – Drawing Competition (13th October 2025)
The first day of the programme featured a Drawing Competition on the theme “Healthy Food vs Junk Food.” Students from various classes enthusiastically participated, expressing their understanding of healthy eating through art. The creative artworks highlighted the differences between nutritious and junk food, showcasing the students’ awareness and imagination.
Faculty members and student volunteers from SRMIST guided the participants and interacted with them throughout the session, making it both educational and enjoyable.
Day 2 – Awareness Demonstrations and Prize Distribution (14th October 2025)
The second day included interactive demonstrations and awareness sessions focusing on the ill effects of junk food. Experiments demonstrated the oil content, artificial coloring, and preservatives in processed foods, helping students understand the impact of their food choices.
Resource persons from the School of Public Health conducted engaging sessions on balanced nutrition, hand hygiene, and healthy lifestyle habits. Students actively participated by asking questions and sharing their food preferences.
The event concluded with a Prize Distribution Ceremony, where winners of the drawing competition were felicitated for their efforts, and all participants received words of encouragement for their creativity and enthusiasm.
Impact and Community Engagement
Over 100 students participated across the two days. The programme successfully helped children differentiate between healthy and unhealthy foods through visual learning and hands-on activities. Teachers at Anjur Government School appreciated the engaging approach and expressed their gratitude to SRMIST for organizing such a meaningful event.
The initiative also strengthened the community engagement efforts of SRMIST under the Unnat Bharat Abhiyan (UBA), reaffirming the university’s commitment to promoting health, education, and social responsibility.
Acknowledgement
The organizers extended their gratitude to the school administration, UBA Cell, faculty members, and student volunteers of SRMIST for their active participation and seamless coordination, which contributed to the success of the event.
The World Food Day Awareness Programme concluded with a call to action—encouraging young students to adopt healthy eating habits and become advocates of good nutrition within their families and communities.
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