Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:23am on 21 Jun 2024,Friday India Global
A recent UNICEF report has shed light on the dire state of child food poverty worldwide. One in four children globally suffers from severe food poverty, surviving on a limited diet that puts them at risk of severe malnutrition. This affects 181 million children, with 65% residing in just 20 countries, including India, Afghanistan, and Ethiopia. South Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa are among the worst-hit regions. The report categorizes India as high-risk, with 64 million children affected in South Asia alone. The UNICEF report urges immediate attention to address this critical issue impacting children's growth, development, and overall well-being.
