‘Steps being taken to tackle malnutrition’

BAHAWALPUR:

Steps were being taken to tackle child malnutrition across Bahawalpur, said Additional Deputy Commissioner Headquarters Ehsaan Ali Jamali.

He stated this while chairing a meeting to discuss the ways of overcoming malnutrition at Committee Room of Deputy Commissioner’s Office on Tuesday.

He said that officers of all the departments concerned must play their roles in eradicating malnutrition among children across the district. He further said that wash clubs must be made operational at all schools and the provision of clean water at schools must be ensured.

He also asked to raise awareness among the public about the use of fortified flour. He added that staff of Family Welfare centres must be trained regarding the health of mother and child.

Published in The Express Tribune, February 3^rd, 2021.