Landscape of Research and Policy Initiatives on Child and Maternal Nutrition in India

By:
UNICEF India, ICMR, ENN, IFPRI, NIN, LSHTM and others
Date:
2023

This compilation offers a comprehensive overview of major research publications, evaluations, and policy engagements conducted in India between 2019 and 2021 related to child and maternal nutrition. It includes findings from UNICEF, NIN, IFPRI, and other research bodies, covering topics like SAM treatment, adolescent nutrition, maternal anemia, breastfeeding practices, and multi-sectoral program integration.
 
The document acts as a repository and reflection tool, identifying current gaps and suggesting directions for scaling impactful interventions. It emphasizes evidence-informed policy design, integration of services across health and nutrition, and alignment with national goals like POSHAN Abhiyaan and global nutrition targets.