Technical and Implementation Support to Vitamin-A, Zinc ORS and Adolescent Nutrition Programme in Uttar Pradesh
Duration: 2013 - Ongoing
Status: Ongoing
Focus Area
Health and Integrated Child Development Scheme (ICDS)
Nutrition International, Government of Uttar Pradesh
20 districts spread across 8 divisions of Uttar Pradesh
Nutrition, Iron Folic Acid Supplementation, Adolescent Health
The project aims to reduce the child mortality rate through an integrated approach. These programmes are based on a target-based approach through timely micronutrient supply, an increase in coverage, and quality service delivery to the beneficiaries.
- Vitamin A Supplementation (BSPM).
- Adolescent nutrition intervention (WIFS programme).
- WIFS mentor activity in the schools.
- Training and orientation of departments activities.
Outcomes
- Improved coverage of BSPM in both rounds in 20 project districts.
- Improved monitoring and quick corrective measures.
- Improved data recording and reporting.
- Improved procurement at the district level and distribution mechanisms from district to block.
A series of training programmes on different topics were organised for effective implementation of the programme.