Srinagar, Feb. 17 -- Anaemia is one of the most prevalent yet least talked about health issues in children today. In many parts of our country, particularly in areas such as Jammu and Kashmir, there is a high number of children below the age of five living with anaemia. When I consider this fact, it becomes obvious that anaemia is not only a health problem, it is a silent crisis that threatens the physical, mental, and emotional growth of a whole generation.

Anaemia is a condition that arises when the body lacks sufficient healthy red blood cells or haemoglobin to transport oxygen effectively. Oxygen is vital to all body parts, particularly the brain and muscles. Children who fail to get sufficient oxygen in their blood begin to exhibit ...