07/08/2026
In connection with World Breastfeeding Week 2026, celebrated (August 1st to August 7th), ICAR KVK Kasaragod in collaboration with ICDS, Kasaragod for Extension functionaries Conducted an awareness campaign
Topic: "Health and Nutritional Benefits of Breastfeeding"
Date & Venue: 04.08.2026 at PJ Hall, ICAR CPCRI, Kasaragod
The programme was inaugurated by Shri Abdullah Kunji, Kasaragod Block Panchayat President.
Smt. Arfana Najeeb, Vice President, Mogral Puthur Panchayat presided over the function.
Resource Person: Dr. Sarita Hegde, SMS, ICAR KVK Kasaragod handled sessions for extension functionaries, pregnant and lactating mothers.
Around 100 participants attended, most of them with their babies. The presence of two male participants was noteworthy.
Vote of Thanks: Smt. Shyma, ICDS Kasaragod
Guidance: Dr. K P Chandran, Principal Scientist & Head, ICAR KVK Kasaragod
Coordination: Dr. Jayashree M P, SMS, ICAR KVK Kasaragod, assisted by Shri Sumod and Shri Manjunath