Poshan Pakhwada 2021

Day 1 – Talk on “Nutrition – Health and Fitness” Talk given by Ex-NSS Volunteer, Nutrition Practitioner and Health and Fitness Coach and Speaker, Mr. Anwar Shaikh Proprietor, The Monks of Fitness, Mumbai

Day 2 – Talk on “Fighting the battle of Anaemia” Talk given Registered Dietician PKC Hospital, Vashi Ms. Madhuri Somani

The Host of the event for both days was NSS PO Asst. Prof. Dr. Anaya Markandeya.

The event was streamed live on Mumbai University YouTube Channel.

DAY 1: Opening Remarks were delivered by Shri Sudhir Puranik NSS, Director University of Mumbai. In his message he explained the significance of Poshan Pakhwada and the joy of conducting such a mega event along with Fakir Mohan University NSS Bureau and the NSS Unit of Mahatma NIght Degree College of Arts and Commerce, Chembur, Mumbai. Dr. Eknath Zhrekar I/C Principal of the college welcomed the august gathering and thanked the organizers for the opportunity to host this national level NSS webinar on the occasion of Poshan Pakhwada 2021.

The Mumbai University song was played and all the participants stood up for the song. This was followed by an address from Dr. Amulya Kumar Acharya, Programme Coordinator, NSS Fakir Mohan University, Odisha. Sir explained about the scope of Poshan Pakhwada and his joy of connecting with NSS Cell of Mumbai University under the banner Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat for celebrating this Poshan Pakhwada. Asst. Prof. Tushar Pawar introduced the resource person Mr. Anwar Shaikh, Nutrition Practitioner and Health and Fitness Coach and Speaker, Proprietor, The Monks of Fitness.

Resource Person Anwar Shaikh is an alumni and Ex-NSS volunteer of the college. He delivered his session using a a powerpoint presentation. His topic was “Nutrition – Health and Fitness.” With a lot of examples he explained how one must eat food that is available locally and according to ones culture and family practice. Nutrition must be simple and well balanced. Every state has a classic thali that is well balanced. He explained how we must not copy the west and that we must exercise and meditate regularly to have a healthy mind in a healthy body. The question and answer session was handled by Asst. Prof. Harsh Shukla and Library In-charge Ms. Parveen Arif. Several interesting questions were handled by the resource person to the satisfaction of the participants. Important announcements regarding feed back forms and participation certificates were made. The vote of thanks was proposed by the convener of the event NSS PO Assoc. Prof. Dr. Lata Krishnan. The event ended with the national anthem.

DAY 2: The lively host Asst. Prof. Dr. Anaya Markandeya invited Dr. Amulya Kumar Acharya, Programme Coordinator, NSS, Fakir Mohan University, Odisha for the opening remarks.

Sir spoke about the importance of a balanced diet and a fit mind and body. He spoke about the herb garden that he had started and also the importnace of fresh fruits, vegetables, herbs and thier impact on health.

The Mahatma Education Society video was played and the participants got an opportunity to appreciate the contribution made by Mahatma Education Society to society, over a period of 50 years.

After the Mumbai University song Mr. D. Carthequeane, Regional Director, Maharashtra and Goa adressed the gathering. In his address he commended the efforts of the organizers and expressed his happiness to participate in the Poshan Pakhwada 2021 which is an initiative of the Central Government.

Asst. Prof. Harsh Shukla introduced the resource person Ms. Madhuri Somani, Registered Dietician PKC Hospital, Plot NO. – 57, Sector – 15 A, Vashi, Navi Mumbai 400 705.

Ms. Madhuri explained with the help of a power point presentation. Her topic was “Fighting the battle of Anaemia” With the help of data and examples Ms. Madhuri spoke about how iron defficiency related anaemia occurs. The cycle of an anaemic mother leading to low weight and pre-mature babies was explained. Fatigue, listlessness, irritability, low concentration (drop in acedemic performance for students) are some of the symptoms of anaemia. She explained how an iron rich diet must be taken to fight anaemia.

The question answer session was handled by Asst. Prof. Tushar Pawar and Ms. Parveen Arif. Dr. D. N. Gaikwad, Registrar University of Mumbai addressed the gathering and congratulated the organizers for an excellent Poshan Pakhwada 2021 event.

Concluding remarks were given by Mr. Nikhil Karkhanis, Mulund College of Commerce, NSS, District Coordinator, Central Suburban and Navi Mumbai Zone University of Mumbai.

The vote of thanks was proposed by Mrs. Kanchan Lotale, Gurukul College of Commerce, NSS Area Coordinator, University of Mumbai.

The event ended with the national anthem.