Assessment of the intensive phase 'Shakti Divas' initiative to combatting anemia in Rajasthan, India.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Anemia is a global health concern, affecting over 2 billion people worldwide. Rajasthan state of India launched an intensive phase initiative to combat anemia comprehensively.

Objectives

To assess the intensive phase anemia control "Shakti Divas" initiative of Rajasthan government through process and outcome valuation, while understanding the challenges and barriers in the implementation.

Methods

A state-wide mixed methods cross-sectional survey was conducted. Process evaluation was done through data collection in seven identified districts of Rajasthan. This included surveys in Anganwadi centers and government schools, and home visits for out-of-school children, pregnant and lactating women not coming to Anganwadi centres. For outcome evaluation, IFA cov

SUBMITTER: Joshi NK 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11906040 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature