Department of Home Science – Nutrition, Food Service Management & Dietetics, in association with IQAC, S.A. College of Arts & Science, organized a guest lecture on 30 July 2026

The Department of Home Science – Nutrition, Food Service Management & Dietetics, in association with IQAC, S.A. College of Arts & Science, organized a guest lecture on “Role of ICDS in Child and Maternal Health” on 30 July 2026. The session was delivered by Ms. Dhanya S., Child Development Project Officer (CDPO), Poonamallee.

The resource person explained the objectives and implementation of the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) scheme and highlighted its role in improving child and maternal health. She discussed the six core services of ICDS, including supplementary nutrition, immunization, health check-ups, referral services, pre-school education, and nutrition and health education. She also explained meal planning, programme administration, and the challenges involved in delivering community-based nutrition services.

Students gained valuable insights into career opportunities in the government sector, particularly for nutrition graduates. The interactive question-and-answer session allowed participants to clarify their doubts and learn about the CDPO examination and public health careers. The programme proved to be highly informative, inspiring students to contribute to community nutrition and public welfare.