Bachchon Ka Maati-IV Promotes Preventive Health Among Noida Children

More than a thousand children participated in the recently held ‘Bachchon Ka Maati-IV’ at The Millennium School, Noida. The event was organised by Maati Trust in association with the Illness to Wellness (ITW) organisation. The initiative focused on preventive health, hygiene and healthy living.

The programme covered various aspects of health, from hygiene and nutrition to physical activity, obesity, air pollution, the impact of social media on health, healthy habits and preventive healthcare. Colonel Sanjay Chaturvedi led the Illness to Wellness handwashing and hygiene activity. Children also took part in yoga, meditation, crafts, games and other interactive activities.

Anil Rajput, Chairperson, Advisory Council, Illness to Wellness Foundation, stressed that preventive healthcare should begin at home and in schools. He said children who develop healthy habits can become wellness ambassadors within their families and communities.

The event featured a prize distribution ceremony attended by Dr Mahesh Sharma, Senior Member of Parliament and former Minister, and Mritunjay Pratap Singh, Director, RVNL, along with other dignitaries. Children participated in drawing, quiz, dance, speech and essay competitions. Kothari International School won the Maati-Relaxo Trophy for Best Performing School.

The initiative highlighted how combining health education, creativity and physical activity can encourage children to adopt healthier lifestyles and spread preventive health messages within their communities.