Union minister for Women and Child Development Smriti Irani on Tuesday reviewed progress of implementation of POSHAN Abhiyan in Assam.
On her first visit to the state after taking charge of the ministry, Ms Irani held a meeting with Assam CM Sarbananda Sonowal during the day long trip.
Both the leaders deliberated on solutions related to malnutrition among women and children in the state.
The discussions revolved mainly around the progress of POSHAN Abhiyan and how to make Assam a leading state in the fight against malnutrition among children and women.
Assam Social Welfare minister Pramila Rani Brahma and Handloom minister Ranjit Dutta were also present during the meeting.