Extracted Data Points
- Webinar organized by Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana - National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM) under Ministry of Rural Development
- Event held on 29th May, 2026 at 10:30 AM
- Focused on balanced edible oil consumption in context of rising obesity and cardiovascular diseases among rural populations
- More than 10 lakh SHG members participated in the webinar from across all 34 States and Union Territories
- DAY-NRLM has over 91 lakh SHGs reaching more than 10 crore households
- ICMR-NIN's Dietary Guidelines for Indians recommend limiting visible fat intake to 30 grams per person per day for a 2000 kcal diet
- Recommended oils for rotation: mustard, groundnut, sesame, sunflower, and other locally available oils
- Webinar chaired by Shri T.K. Anil Kumar, Additional Secretary, MoRD
- Attended by Smt. M.G. Jayasree, Joint Secretary, DAY-NRLM, and Dr Monika, Deputy Secretary (RL), DAY-NRLM
- Expert address delivered by Dr. Subba Rao M Gavaravarapu, Scientist G & Head, Nutrition Information, Communication & Health Education (NICHE) Division, ICMR-National Institute of Nutrition
- Closing remarks by Dr. Vasudha Shukla, National Mission Manager, DAY-NRLM
Relevant - Contains measurable data about government program reach (91 lakh SHGs, 10 crore households), participant statistics (10 lakh attendees), and specific dietary guidelines with quantitative recommendations (30g fat limit).