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28 December 2025

Why Policy Should Start at the Last Mile: Lessons from Odisha’s Nutrition Frontline

From ICDS norms to Panchayat oversight, ground realities in tribal Odisha are reshaping how last-mile delivery is imagined

In conversation with Ramesh Sahu, Program Manager (Nutrition)Azim Premji Foundation

SDG 2: Zero Hunger | SDG 5: Gender Equality

Ministry of Women and Child Development MoWCD | Ministry of Tribal Affairs MoTA | Ministry of Panchayati Raj MoPR | Ministry of Health and Family Welfare MoHFW

The details presented here are based on Ramesh Sahu’s account, reflect his personal views, and have been approved for publication. This piece was prepared with assistance from Ritu Singh, a member of the editorial team at The Policy Edge.


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