The EAT RIGHT MELA and WALKATHON 2022 for Kamjong district observed today

The EAT RIGHT MELA and WALKATHON 2022 for Kamjong district was observed today as a part of celebrating Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav and the 75 years of India’s Independence. Organised by the Food Safety Administration, Kamjong district under the guidance of Food Safety & Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), hundreds of public especially the school-going students participated in the event that was held at the Town Hall, Kamjong HQ. The formal function of the observation was graced by SDO Kamjong Shri Samuel, CMO Kamjong district Dr Lucy Duidang and SP Shri P Manjit Singh as the chief guest, president and guest of honour respectively. The observation was kicked off with the walkathon which started from Town Hall, and after reaching upto the Kamjong Gate ended at the Town hall. Thereafter, the Eat Right Mela was inaugurated at the Town Hall. Experts related to food safety and its related aspects viz. Smt Yangmila Zimik, national awardee; Dr Bikananda Nongmaithem; Shri Ch. Sanajaoba Meitei, State Food Analyst gave speeches to the audience raising the importance of eating food right and the concerns over food safety. Shri N Khogendra Singh, DO of the Food Safety Kamjong presented the welcome and key note address of the event.

As a part of the function, painting and quiz competitions were held for school students in different categories. Also, best food stall was selected and rewarded accordingly. As a special part of the function, renowned bodybuilders Solimla Jajo and Solan Jajo with their team performed a demonstration show.