Superfoods and Empowerment: SSB Hosts Sandiksha Millets Fair 2026
SSB's 21st Battalion organized the Sandiksha Millets Fair 2026 in Bagaha to promote nutrition, women's empowerment, and a healthy lifestyle.
In a vibrant push toward health and wellness, the 21st Battalion of the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) recently organized the Sandiksha Millets Fair 2026 in Bagaha. The event was designed to spark awareness about the nutritional powerhouse that is millets and to inspire the local community to embrace healthier lifestyle choices.
A Celebration of Health and Nutrition
The fair was conducted under the strategic guidance of Sandiksha President Kusum Sangma Raut and Commandant Tapeshwar Sambit Raut. The event transformed into a hub of nutrition, featuring a variety of stalls that showcased delicious and healthy millet-based dishes, demonstrating how these ancient grains can be integrated into the modern diet.
Beyond the food, the atmosphere was electric with cultural performances by children and a range of recreational activities that drew in families and locals from across the region.
Empowering Women and Communities
The event saw the presence of Rashmi Ranjan, Vice Chairperson of the City Council, who attended as the chief guest. During the proceedings, Ranjan lauded the initiatives taken by Sandiksha, specifically highlighting their impactful work in the realms of education, health, and women's empowerment.
The fair served as more than just a nutritional exhibition; it was a testament to the SSB's commitment to community upliftment and social welfare.
A Pattern of Progress in Bagaha
The Sandiksha Millets Fair is part of a broader series of outreach programs led by the 21st Battalion to benefit the people of Bagaha. The unit has consistently integrated health and sustainability into its community engagement efforts.
The Shift to Green Energy
Just prior to the millets fair, on September 8, 2026, the battalion hosted a 'Solar Fair' on its campus. This event, inaugurated by Commandant Tapeshwar Sambit Raut and Deputy Commandant Suresh Sharma, marked a significant step toward sustainability with the commissioning of a 125 KV capacity solar rooftop plant.
The Solar Fair, which featured Alok Amritanshu from the EE Electricity Supply Division, focused on educating the public about the benefits of solar energy and the various government subsidy schemes available to help citizens adopt renewable energy sources.