Child malnutrition is a prevalant public health issue in India, and Thukkapur village in the Bhongir

Mandal, Yadadri Bhuvangiri district, stands as a representative case within this broader context. The
National Family Health Survey-5 (2019-21) highlights the severity of the situation, revealing a
concerning 34.9% prevalence of stunting among children under five in the district—exceeding the
national average of 32.1%.

In response to the gravity of this health challenge, the government has instituted the Integrated
Child Development Services (ICDS) program. A comprehensive initiative, ICDS aims to enhance the
overall health and well-being of children under six years old. At the core of this program lies the
Supplementary Nutrition Program (SNP), a strategic component providing a daily nutritious meal to
pregnant women, lactating mothers, and children under five. This nutritional support is facilitated
through Anganwadi centers, community-based establishments that offer essential early childhood
care and development services.

Against this backdrop, this research endeavors to conduct a refinement examination of the ICDS
program's efficacy, specifically focusing on the average percentage-wise benefits accrued by its
intended beneficiaries. Through analysis of these outcomes, this study aspires to furnish pertinent
insights that can inform evidence-based policy enhancements and interventions. By scrutinizing the
impact of the SNP, our research aims to contribute substantively to the discourse surrounding child
malnutrition, particularly within the unique context of Thukkapur village, while bearing implications
for broader initiatives across the nation.