IPEMA–Poultry India Celebrates World Protein Day 2026
Speakers stressed that protein is essential for muscle building, immunity, child growth and overall health. They noted that a significant section of Indians consumes less than the recommended daily protein intake, resulting in hidden nutritional gaps that affect productivity and long-term well-being.
Hyderabad: IPEMA–Poultry India, supported by the National Egg Coordination Committee (NECC), celebrated World Protein Day 2026 at SkyKings Football Academy, Bowenpally, Secunderabad, highlighting the importance of protein in daily nutrition.
Speakers stressed that protein is essential for muscle building, immunity, child growth and overall health. They noted that a significant section of Indians consumes less than the recommended daily protein intake, resulting in hidden nutritional gaps that affect productivity and long-term well-being.
India currently produces over 130 billion eggs and more than 5 million metric tonnes of broiler meat annually, with per capita egg availability exceeding 95 eggs per year. Industry representatives said poultry remains one of the most affordable and high-quality protein sources for households across the country.
Md Zakeer Hussain, U-17 National Team Coach and AFC Instructor, and Dr Kiraannmayye Addu, Chief Clinical Nutritionist and Lifestyle Consultant, emphasised the importance of balanced protein intake for youth fitness and immunity.
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Uday Singh Bayas, President, IPEMA–Poultry India, said protein is the “building block of life” and reaffirmed the sector’s commitment to improving nutritional security. He also invited stakeholders to participate in the 18th edition of Poultry India Expo 2026, scheduled from November 25 to 27 at HITEX, Hyderabad.
The event reinforced the organisation’s commitment to promoting protein awareness and sustainable growth in the poultry sector.
IPEMA–Poultry India continues to work proactively toward bridging the gap between academia and industry, fostering knowledge exchange, advancing research-driven practices, and strengthening awareness about the importance of protein nutrition and the benefits of poultry as an affordable, high-quality protein source for the nation.
