There is a need for convergence of 'nutrition-specific' and 'nutrition-sensitive' interventions to effectively tackle child undernutrition in India. Examine.

As per NFHS 5, 67.1% children face bone form of malnutrition, 31.7% are stunted, 19.7% are wasted, 30.1% are low weight for age. NIDAN launches 4D offering for children Early & Adjudging STEPS taken: EAT FIT movement by FSSAI POSHAN Maarsh for Bleak feeding POSHAN 2.0 with focus on SAKSHWM programmes ex: POSHAN VATIKA Midday meal programme for millets, milk, egg promotion

1. women due to cultural factors are last to eat ex: 57% anemics 2. PVTGs need specific targeted approach ex: end SICKLE cell anemia for 2021 3. For new born babies, need Breast feeding ex: first 24 hour fealty could deduce IMR by 33% Nutrition specific approach needed as: 1. food fortification ex: golden rice 2. balanced diet by state specific diet ex: Kuli Kuni millet in north east 3. premiums Protein rich food for active development Hence, nutrition must be priority to enhance india's future demographic dividend and role of welfare state