Mukhyamantri Namak Poshan Yojana (CM Salt Nutrition Scheme) 2024 Launched in Uttarakhand

उत्तराखंड मुख्यमंत्री नमक पोषण योजना लांच: Namak Poshan Yojana has been launched by Uttarakhand government led by CM Pushkar Singh Dhami on 6th July 2024. Under this salt nutrition scheme, the state govt. will provide iodized salt at the price of Rs. 8 per Kg per month to National Food Security Act (NFSA) beneficiaries. Read this article till the end to know complete details about उत्तराखंड नमक पोषण योजना.

About Mukhyamantri Namak Poshan Yojana in Uttarakhand

On 6 July 2024 (Saturday), CM launched Salt Nutrition Scheme at the Himalayan Cultural Center, Nimbuwala, Dehradun. The hon'ble Chief Minister distributed iodized salt to the NFSA beneficiaries on the occasion. Around 14 lakh ration card holders in the state would be given iodized salt at the rate of Rs. 8 Kg per month.

CM Dhami wrote on his X (formerly twitter) account, "उत्तराखण्ड की डबल इंजन सरकार प्रदेश के पिछड़े और अंतिम छोर पर रहने वाले व्यक्ति के जीवन को बेहतर बनाने के लिए लगातार काम कर रही है। इसी दिशा में एक कदम आगे बढ़ाते हुए मुख्यमंत्री नमक पोषण योजना की शुरुआत की गई है। इस योजना के माध्यम से गरीबों को पोषण युक्त नमक मिलेगा। नमक आवश्यक पोषक तत्व है जो बच्चों और गर्भवतियों के लिए विशेष रूप से आवश्यक है। इस योजना के लागू होने से महिलाओं और बच्चों के पोषण में सुधार आएगा।" 

The hon'ble Chief Minister also wrote, "इस योजना के माध्यम से प्राथमिक कार्ड धारकों को मात्र आठ रुपये की दर से आयोडाइज्ड नमक उपलब्ध कराया जाएगा। यह नमक आपको नजदीकी सस्ता गल्ला विक्रेता के यहां से आसानी से मिल सकेगा।"

Benefits of CM Salt Nutrition Scheme in Uttarakhand

  • Iodized salt is an important source of nutrition which is essential for children and pregnant women.
  • Through Mukhyamantri Namak Poshan Yojana, govt. aims to improve nutrition level of pregnant women and children.
  • Around 14 lakh Antyodaya and BPL families would get salt at an affordable price.
  • These beneficiaries would get salt at a subsidized rate of Rs. 8 per Kg per month.
  • Iodized salt under CM Salt Nutrition Scheme will help in preventing iodine deficiency, which can lead to disorders like goiter (enlargement of the thyroid gland), hypothyroidism, and certain cognitive impairments.
  • Adequate iodine intake is crucial for brain development, especially in fetuses and young children. Pregnant women need sufficient iodine to ensure proper brain development in their babies.

Overview of Uttarakhand Namak Poshan Yojana

Name of SchemeMukhyamantri Namak Poshan Yojana or CM Salt Nutrition Scheme
StateUttarakhand
Major BeneficiariesNFSA beneficiaries [Antyodaya and BPL families]
Number of Beneficiaries14 lakh
Launch Date6 July 2024
Who Launched ItCM Pushkar Singh Dhami
BenefitIodized salt to beneficiaries at subsidized rate
Rate at which Salt is GivenRs. 8 per Kg per month
ObjectiveTo provide salt nutrition to beneficiaries including pregnant women and children and to improve their overall health

While launching the scheme, CM even mentioned that 14 lakh poor families of Uttarakhand are already getting free ration every month under PM Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana. This scheme will run for next 5 years. The state govt. is committed to provide pure and better nutritious ration to the people.
  

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