Chacha Chaudhary “Eat Right, Eat Smart” comic promotes healthy eating habits. This comic addresses the rising incidence of malnutrition and diet-related
diseases in India. The comic book seeks to educate citizens about various issues regarding eating habits, food cleanliness, and proportioned diet. This comic is divided into various chapters
which enfold a lesson within each, with illustrations and content, easy to understand by kids. Some of the issues as briefed below:-
* Explaining the importance of a balanced and nutritious diet.
* Emphasizing eating locally grown and seasonal foods.
* Knowledge of eating clean and fresh to avoid health issues.
* Focusing on well-planned meals for better growth.
Parents and teachers are the biggest influencers in children’s lives and can help bring about a behavioral change toward good food habits by reading this comic themselves and encouraging
kids to read too.
This is an initiative from Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi with the Mission Director of Nation Health (NHM) and FSSAI (Food Safety and Standards Authority of India).
This program includes other initiatives as follows:
* Ayushman Bharat
* Poshan Abhiyaan
* Anemia Mukt Bharat
* Swachh Bharat Mission
Author Biography
Pran Kumar Sharma, popularly known as Pran, was a renowned Indian cartoonist and comic book creator. He was born on August 15, 1938, in Kasur, Punjab, British
India, and passed away on August 6, 2014, in Mumbai, India.
Pran is best known for creating the iconic Indian comic book character, Chacha Chaudhary. Chacha Chaudhary, a middle-aged man with a red turban and a white mustache, was known for
his wit, intelligence, and problem-solving abilities. The character quickly became a household name and was published in numerous languages across India.
Pran’s career as a cartoonist began in the 1960s when he started working for the Delhi-based newspaper, Milap. He later worked for other publications, including the Blitz and the Indian
Express. In 1971, he started his own comic book series, which included characters such as Shrimatiji, Billoo, and Pinki. These characters became extremely popular among Indian children
and adults alike.
In recognition of his contributions to Indian comics, Pran was awarded numerous accolades, including the Padma Shri in 1999, the fourth-highest civilian award in India. He was also the
first Indian cartoonist to be awarded a lifetime achievement award by the Indian government.
Pran’s legacy as a cartoonist and comic book creator lives on today through his characters and the countless readers who continue to enjoy his work. His impact on Indian popular culture is
immeasurable, and he will always be remembered as one of the most beloved cartoonists in India’s history.
