Bhubaneswar: Nand Ghar, the flagship social impact initiative of Vedanta Group under the Anil Agarwal Foundation, has announced the launch of a non-invasive, AI technology-enabled anaemia screening programme across Nand Ghars in India. The programme will have a focused emphasis on the early detection and prevention of anaemia among children aged 2-6 years.
With 531 Nand Ghars in Odisha and 262 in Chhattisgarh, the initiative is set to reach thousands of young children in some of the most underserved communities, significantly expanding access to preventive healthcare at the grassroots.
The programme will deploy bloodless, prick-free screening technologies for safe child-friendly testing. Al-enabled data tools would support real-time tracking, early risk identification, and timely referrals to public health systems.
Beyond screening, the initiative adopts a holistic, community-rooted approach to anaemia prevention. Ilt integrates nutrition counseling for caregivers, behaviour change communication, WASH (Water, Sanitation and Hygiene) awareness, and structured linkages with frontline health services, ensuring that detection translates into action and sustained outcomes for children.
Nand Ghar CEO Shashi Arora said, “Through this programme, Nand Ghar is bringing anaemia screening closer to communities while removing the fear and discomfort associated with traditional testing. By combining technology with strong on-ground engagement, Nand Ghar aims to build a scalable and evidence-based model for anaemia detection that supports both children and caregivers.”
Vedanta Aluminium CEO Rajiv Kumar said, “Through Nand Ghar, we are committed to tackling critical health challenges affecting children in regions like Odisha and Chhattisgarh. At Vedanta Aluminium, we believe industrial progress and community wellbeing go hand in hand, and this ettort reflects our commitment to ensuring every child has the chance to grow, learn, and thrive.”
