Dr. Kiraannmayye Addu
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World Protein Day 2026 · Secunderabad
IPEMA – Poultry India Celebrates World Protein Day 2026
Supported by NECC and held at SkyKings Football Academy, Secunderabad — promoting protein-rich nutrition among young athletes and the community.
Feb 27
World Protein Day
130B+
Eggs Produced Annually
5M MT
Broiler Meat Annually
Eggs
Affordable Quality Protein
The Celebration
Building a stronger, healthier nation.
The Indian Poultry Equipment Manufacturers Association (IPEMA) – Poultry India, supported by the National Egg Coordination Committee (NECC), celebrated World Protein Day 2026 at SkyKings Football Academy, Secunderabad, emphasising the importance of protein in building strength, supporting growth, and maintaining overall health.
The initiative aimed to raise awareness about the significance of protein-rich nutrition among young athletes and the broader community, highlighting the role of eggs and poultry products as affordable and high-quality sources of protein.
Balanced nutrition for growing champions.
Mr. Mohammad Zakeer
Ex U-17, National Football Coach
The speakers emphasised the importance of balanced nutrition and quality protein in supporting physical development, stamina, and overall well-being — particularly among growing children and sportspersons — highlighting that adequate protein intake plays a crucial role in building a healthier and stronger nation.
Poultry — affordable, high-quality protein.
"India today produces over 130 billion eggs and around 5 million metric tonnes of broiler meat annually, making poultry one of the most affordable and high-quality sources of protein available to the population. Through such initiatives, IPEMA – Poultry India continues to promote the importance of protein-rich diets and contribute towards strengthening the country's nutritional security." — Mr. Uday Singh Bayas, President, IPEMA – Poultry India
Encouraging healthy habits among young athletes.
To mark the occasion, eggs were distributed to aspiring trainee footballers at the academy to encourage healthy dietary habits among young athletes. Footballs were also presented to the young participants as a gesture of encouragement and support for sports and fitness — while spreading awareness about the role of protein and poultry nutrition in a balanced diet.
World Protein Day, observed annually on February 27, serves as a reminder of the importance of incorporating adequate protein in daily diets to support overall health, strength, and immunity. Through this celebration, IPEMA – Poultry India reinforced the message that choosing the right nutrition today helps build a stronger and healthier tomorrow.
Moments from the celebration.
Photographs from the World Protein Day 2026 celebration at SkyKings Football Academy, Secunderabad.
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