Empowering a Healthier Future through Wheat Flour Fortification

Strengthening the fight against hidden hunger begins with awareness—and leadership at the last mile. Reinforcing this belief, Millers for Nutrition, powered by TechnoServe, in association with Hanumanta Foods, successfully hosted a Regional Workshop on Wheat Flour Fortification on 19 January 2026 in Durgapur, West Bengal.

The workshop focused on building awareness and strengthening retailer leadership around wheat flour fortification—recognizing retailers and distributors as critical influencers in driving informed consumer choices and expanding access to fortified staples.

The event was graced by Suneeti Toteja, Senior Director and Head, Food & Agriculture Department, Bureau of Indian Standards, as the Chief Guest, and Payel Maji, former Assistant Director (Technical), Food Safety and Standards Authority of India – Eastern Region, as the Guest of Honour. Both speakers underscored the critical role of food fortification in addressing micronutrient deficiencies and emphasized the importance of compliance, quality, and consumer trust in fortified foods.

The workshop saw enthusiastic participation from over 350 wheat flour distributors and retailers from across West Bengal. Through interactive sessions and practical insights, participants were sensitized to the health benefits of wheat flour fortification, regulatory standards, and their role in promoting fortified products within their communities.

At Millers for Nutrition, we remain committed to strengthening the food system by building awareness, fostering collaboration, and enabling market-led solutions that improve nutrition outcomes. By empowering retailers and distributors with knowledge and leadership, we move one step closer to ensuring that fortified wheat flour reaches millions of households.

Together, we can shape a healthier, more nourished future—one fortified meal at a time.