PM Modi Declares Millets As Superfood, Highlights Global Recognition

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has emphasized the importance of millets, referring to them as a superfood. He highlighted that India has successfully showcased the nutritional value of millets, leading to their global recognition. In 2023, the United Nations declared the year as the International Year of Millets, promoting their cultivation and consumption worldwide. Millets, such as bajra, ragi, and jowar, are rich in nutrients and have been a staple in Indian diets for centuries. The Indian government is actively promoting millets to enhance food security and nutrition. During the Pariksha Pe Charcha 2025 event, PM Modi advised students to include superfoods like millets in their diet to stay healthy and full of nutrition.