The main thrust of the nutrition program is to sustain food security and to ensure that people are made aware of the value and importance of a balanced diet. The program also focuses on the needs of people with specific nutrition related problems such as diabetes and obesity, providing them with the necessary information and guidance.

Exclusive breastfeeding, supplementary feeding and Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative are promoted at all Govt. institutions.

The Nutrition Plan of Action 1997-2000 developed under the WHO /UNICEF collaboration was implemented with multi -sector co- operation.

Mass de worming provided to all primary school children through school health program to improve nutritional status.

Vitamin A supplementation provided to all pre and primary school children through school health programme. Vitamin A supplementation also provided, children who are not school going, between the ages of 1-5 year, through National Immunization Programme (NID).

Information, Education & Communication (IEC) on Nutrition is promoted through all available media, and production and dissemination of audiovisual materials.

Use of iodized salt at household level is promoted, and regular monitoring of imported salt for iodine content is conducted.