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This study examines the impact of women’s empowerment on dietary diversity and child nutritional outcomes in Odisha, India. Findings show that increased empowerment is associated with improved household dietary diversity and reduced rates of underweight and wasting in children. The study emphasizes that decision-making power in agricultural and financial areas positively influences nutrition, highlighting the need for targeted interventions to support women in vulnerable communities.