@idhries

I am a writer, filmmaker and a storyteller and Communication Specialist at UNICEF India. Previously UNICEF PFP Geneva. https://xitter.cf/t.co/aqtkjpDzFE

 New Delhi, India
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Joined December 2008
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Thanks @unicefchief for sharing this. Delighted. And thank you @DrYasminAHaque and @antaraganguli for promoting the culture of speaking up and strongly promoting discourse around gender sensitivity at @UNICEFIndia
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How comfortable do you feel talking about periods? This week's #WednesdayWisdom comes from @UNICEFIndia's @idhries on the stigma around periods and why we must start speaking out. "A period is good. It is natural. It is beautiful." uni.cf/2MOwgbd
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The first three years of life shape a lifetime for every child. UNICEF joined @MoHFW_INDIA for launch of Samagra Shishu Bal Swasthya Karyakram guidelines, a significant milestone in advancing integrated and continuous care for children from birth to three years of age.
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An engaging group-work session at the National Workshop on SSBSK saw States/UTs deliberate on the SSBSK Implementation Action Plan across six key themes; Risk-Differentiated Care & Joint Visits; ECD & Responsive Care; Rollout of the Shaishav App & DSS; Post-partum Maternal Mental Health; Operationalization of Well-Baby Sessions at VHSND and Shishu Shivir at AAM and the Capacity Building Plan for various fiwld functionaries. Participants interacted actively, exchanged experiences and carved out the way forward, and presented their State plans for SSBSK implementation; reaffirming a shared commitment to every child's survival, growth and development. #SSBSK #ChildHealth #NewbornCare #MoHFW
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UNICEF India RFP alert: Long-Term Agreements for content production, now with a first-ever category for AI-driven content alongside traditional film, design and writing. ungm.org/Public/Notice/30593…
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At Adarsh Ramanand Middle School, Purnea district of Bihar, a quiet revolution is unfolding. The Saheli Kaksh, or “Friendly Corner,” is more than just a room—it's a step toward a period-friendly world where every girl feels seen, safe, and supported. Join us as we step into the Saheli Kaksh and meet the changemakers creating a safer, stronger future for girls. #MHDay2025
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How prepared are children for the online world? 🤔 We teamed up with @ayushmannk, UNICEF India’s National Ambassador, to find out! #SaferInternetDay

UNICEF India | Ayushmann Khurrana | Safer Internet Day

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I just published Are these hues golden or grey? Is autumn beautiful or ugly? link.medium.com/1NnJ2uUZHOb

Are these hues golden or grey? Is autumn beautiful or ugly?

I ask my imagination on my flight from Srinagar to Delhi

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The Department of Education, Bihar in partnership with UNICEF, has launched the Bihar Swachh Vidyalaya Puraskar (Bihar Clean School Award) to promote safe and hygienic school environments. 🏫✨ Over 60,000 schools participated in the self-assessment process to become WASH compliant, and 54 schools, including Adarsh Ramanand Madhya Vidhyalaya, have been honoured with the State Award for their outstanding efforts! 🏆👏 Let’s celebrate these achievements and continue striving for cleaner, healthier schools across Bihar! 🌍💧 #GlobalHandwashingDay
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Prioritizing #health starts with embracing quality sleep, reducing screen time, and staying active through regular #exercise. Small changes can lead to lasting wellness and a happier, fitter life! 🌱 . . #PoshanMaah2024 #SahiPoshanDeshRoshan #PoshanAbhiyaan
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❓ What is HPV? ❓ How is it connected to cervical cancer? ❓Is it #HumanlyPossible to eliminate cervical cancer from our world? All your questions answered.
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An honour to meet Minister @mansukhmandviya and discuss the way forward in the long standing partnership of @YASMinistry and @LabourMinistry with @UNICEFIndia @YuWaahIndia towards empowering 30cr Indian youth.
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Breastfeeding is not just about a mother and her baby. We all have a role to play that supports mothers in feeding their babies. #WorldBreastfeedingWeek

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What is a #HealthyDiet for a baby? This #WorldBreastfeedingWeek, let us #CloseTheGap and ensure exclusive #breastfeeding for every baby! Read more👇🏻
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It’s #WorldBreastfeedingWeek! A #HealthyDiet for a baby means breastfeeding within the first hour of birth and continuing to breastfeed exclusively – without any water, milk substitute, or animal milk - till six months of age.

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Breastfeeding is key to the overall development of children. Let's create a nurturing workplace for all mothers, including informal and temporary workers. #WorldBreastfeedingWeek

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Honoured to have met with Minister Annapurna Devi today and discuss the longstanding partnership between @UNICEFIndia and @MinistryWCD. UNICEF is committed to building on the strong foundations to advance the rights and well-being #ForEveryChild in India.
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भारत में UNICEF की प्रतिनिधि Ms. Cynthia McCaffrey जी से आज उनकी टीम के सदस्यों के साथ कार्यालय कक्ष में मुलाकात हुई। बच्चों के अधिकारों व उनके हितों की रक्षा की दिशा में @UNICEF की प्राथमिकताओं और भारत सरकार द्वारा चलाई जा रही योजनाओं पर चर्चा हुई। @UNICEFIndiaRep
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AS & MD (NHM), Smt. Aradhana Patnaik also unveiled a new video on the theme “Closing the Gap - Breastfeeding Support for All,” highlighting the crucial role of supporting mothers through government programs at all facilities. , including those delivering via cesarean, to breastfeed within the first hour of birth. . . #WorldBreastfeedingWeek
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Game on for Aaron & Rayesha! These siblings are all smiles thanks to parents who make playtime a priority. #EarlyMomentsMatter #ItsRightToPlay
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Meet Evaan, the 2-year-old who's learning through the power of play! Mitali, his amazing mom, knows the magic of free play and lets Evaan explore his world with endless curiosity. #ForEveryChild, play #ItsRightToPlay
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From clay toys to family bonds, parents in Jharkhand are turning learning into a joyful journey! See how the parents play-based activity calendar is bringing families closer and making every day a new adventure in education. #ForEveryChild, play #ItsRightToPlay
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Mark your calendar 📅 for June 11! It’s #InternationalDayofPlay and we’re keeping aside 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. as the ‘hour of free play’. Take this time and spend it with your little one. And don’t forget to share these beautiful moments with us. Post a photo or video of yourself playing with your child and share with #ForEveryChild, play & #ItsRightToPlay.
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Grandparents teach us respect, share stories, and create a safe haven, a feeling every child deserves. UNICEF India National Ambassador Kareena Kapoor Khan & Youth Advocate Nahid Afrin speak about her experience with parenting & childhood. #ForEveryChild, play #ItsRightToPlay

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