Shefali Mahto's 'Traditional Horlicks' Transforms Rural Nutrition in Jamshedpur

• Shefali Rani Mahto from Jamshedpur developed an affordable, natural "traditional Horlicks" for rural women and children.
• The initiative addresses the lack of access to expensive market energy drinks for pregnant women and young children in villages.
• Made from almonds, sesame, moong, rice, and marua (finger millet), the mixture is prepared by cleaning, roasting, and grinding.
• Each ingredient offers significant nutritional benefits, including brain strength, bone health, muscle development, and immunity boost.
• Gaining popularity, this low-cost, high-nutrition drink is improving health and reducing weakness in rural communities.