Sri Vijaya Puram, Oct. 14: The Department of AH&VS in collaboration with the Department of Social Welfare, celebrated World Egg Day on Oct. 10 at Balika Niketan and Ulhas Old Age Home, Dollygunj. Inaugurating the event as the chief guest, Dr. K.A. Naveen, Director (AH&VS) highlighted this year’s theme, ‘The Mighty Egg – Packed with Natural Nutrition,’ emphasizing that eggs are naturally rich in essential nutrients, including high-quality protein, healthy fats, vitamins, minerals, choline, and antioxidants like lutein. He underscored eggs’ role as a complete food supporting health at every stage of life.
Senior Veterinary Officers and the Child Development Project Officer (CDPO) of Balika Niketan also spoke about the nutritional significance of eggs and their importance in promoting public health. The program featured drawing, poem, and speech competitions in which children actively participated and were facilitated by the AH&VS Department for their engagement.
As part of the celebration, eggs were distributed to the children of Balika Niketan to promote nutritional awareness and ensure access to this vital protein source. The event underscored the incredible versatility and nutritional value of eggs, recognized globally on World Egg Day.