Launch of the ‘National Nutrition Policy 2021-2030’
- Get directionsLaunch of the ‘National Nutrition Policy 2021-2030’
The Nutrition Division of Ministry of Health has revised and developed the ‘National Nutrition Policy 2021-2030’ in view of ending all forms of malnutrition by 2030. This is the revised version of the National Nutrition Policy issued in 2010, which is aligned with the proposed policies and procedures for the decade 2020-2030.
This revised policy has been developed through all multi-sectoral collaboration and partnership. This policy consists of strategic plans and policies which are essential to maintain the optimal nutritional status of all Sri Lankans, safeguard food security, strengthen the legal framework to protect the right to safe food, prevent unethical marketing, and ensure safe and healthy food consumption at all times, including nutrition promotion in emergencies.
The launch of this National Nutrition Policy is scheduled to be held at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH) on 03 May 2023 from 9.30 am to 1.30 pm under the chairmanship of the Honorable Minister of Health.
Recent Programs
National Nutrition Month 2022
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LocationAuditorium, National Blood Transfusion Service
Nutrition Month 2022 theme is “Nutrition at low cost: Know, Find Alternatives, Grow and Share” and the objective is to overcome the nutritional vulnerability due to the current economic crisis. ...
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National Nutrition Month 2021
Family Health Bureau, 231 De Saram Pl, Colombo 01000- Finished
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LocationAuditorium, Family Health Bureau
Nutrition Month 2021 will be held under the theme of “Nutrition for Protection'' with the emphasis on achieving proper nutrition through healthy eating during this COVID 19 pandemic era. ...
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The launching of our website
Bandaranayake Memorial International Conference Hall- Finished
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LocationBMICH
Nutrition Division is the focal point of coordination of all the nutrition related activities in the Ministry of Health. We are happy to announce the launching of our website on 10th December, 2020. ...
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National Nutrition Policy (NNP)
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Food and nutrition security of the country need to be achieved by fulfilling the dietary needs of the population with daily utilization of diversified safe food in adequate quantity... ...
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Elderly Nutrition
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The “National Nutrition Quality Standards for Residential Care”, the “Guidelines for Implementation of National Nutrition Quality Standards for Residential Care for Oder People”... ...
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