Moodlakatte College of Nursing, Kundapura, celebrated National Nutrition Week 2026 with great enthusiasm on September 7, 2026. The celebration was organized under the theme “Discover the Power of Nutrition” to create awareness about the importance of healthy and balanced nutrition. The programme commenced at 9:30 AM with the inauguration by the Principal, Prof. Jennifer Freeda Menezes, who formally opened the event by cutting the ribbon. This was followed by a warm welcome address by Airil, a first-year B.Sc. Nursing student, who welcomed the Principal, Vice Principal, faculty members, and students. A special theme reveal was conducted on the smart board, where the Principal unveiled the theme “Discover the Power of Nutrition.” Following the theme reveal, Airil addressed the gathering and highlighted the importance of nutrition in maintaining good health, preventing diseases, and promoting overall well-being. As part of the celebration, a nutrition-based food preparation competition was organized for the students. In the morning session, two teams prepared nutritious food items focusing on the dietary needs of individuals with obesity and lactating women. The dishes were evaluated by the judges after the completion of the preparation. The afternoon session, held from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM, featured two more teams preparing nutritious food items suitable for older adults and adolescents. The dishes were subsequently evaluated by the judges. The food preparation activity provided students with an opportunity to translate their classroom knowledge into practical skills and understand the importance of age- and condition-specific nutrition. The celebration concluded at around 5:00 PM, marking a successful and meaningful observance of National Nutrition Week. The programme encouraged students to recognize the power of healthy food choices and reinforced the message that good nutrition is an essential foundation for a healthy and active life