The planet generates enough food to feed everyone on the planet. Despite this, more than 3 billion people cannot afford a healthy diet.
why?
Poverty, inequity, conflict, climate change, gender discrimination, and weak government and health systems are all interconnected issues that keep nutritious food out of reach for millions of families around the world.
Children’s brains and bodies suffer when they do not get enough food. It prevents them from developing, learning, and working to their full potential. Severe hunger can kill children if they are not treated.
India has experienced tremendous economic growth over the last two decades. Despite having one of the world’s ten largest economies, India suffers from widespread hunger. According to the International Food Policy Research Institute, India ranks 97th in the world in terms of hunger relief. Throughout India, a large number of people, particularly women and children, do not have enough to eat. Over 194 million people, or 14.5% of India’s 1.3 billion people, are malnourished. This crisis is a serious issue across India, and it is difficult to address for a variety of reasons.
The Root Causes of Hunger
Poverty is one of the primary causes of hunger in the United States. More than a quarter of the Indian population lives on less than $1.25 per day. Because of a lack of funds, many people are unable to obtain enough nutritious food. Another factor is a scarcity of food. Markets are difficult to access and frequently have limited availability in India’s more rural areas. In the face of these challenges, rural India suffers the most. This has a particularly negative impact on children in these areas. In India, more than 20.8% of children under the age of five are underweight, and 37.9% have stunted growth.
How can we put an end to hunger in India?
Reduce stunting in children aged 2 and under through the Zero Hunger Program.
Ensure year-round access to food.
Establish stable food systems.
Increase the productivity and income of small farmers.
Reduce food waste.
Also, Education is the most powerful weapon in the fight against poverty and hunger. It is especially potent in developing countries. Education equals increased opportunity and access to income and food. Furthermore, some countries have food-for-education programmes in which students receive free food in exchange for attending school.