Indira Chakravarty

Indira Chakravarty is an Indian public health specialist, scholar, environmentalist, and 2014 recipient of the Padma Shri, the fourth highest civilian award by the Government of India, for her contributions to the fields of public health and environment.

Biography Micronutrient deficiency is a serious public health concern in most developing countries. In India, iron deficiency, vitamin A deficiency, and iodine deficiency disorder are of greatest public health significance. In addition, subclinical zinc deficiency, fluorosis, and fluoride-deficient dental caries are important areas of concern, writes Dr. Indira Chakravarty. followed by a second doctoral degree (DSc). She is active in the food safety and hygiene industry of India and globally, and has participated in 30 research projects. A Global Council member of the International Museum of Women (IMOW), Member – National Drinking Water and Sanitation Council, Government of India Former Member – Food Safety and Standards Authority of India, Government of India and over 250 articles, and has been published in national forums and international journals.

Awards and honours Chakravarty was awarded the Padhma Shri by the Government of India for her contributions in the fields of public health and environment. thumb The Food and Agriculture Organization awarded the first Edourdo Souma Award to Chakravarty. She is also a recipient of the Indira Gandhi National Priyadarshini Award of the All India National Unity Council (AINUC) and the Global Leadership Award of the University of South Florida, the highest international honour of the university. She has also featured in The Multimedia Encyclopedia of Women in Today's World. The Government of India recognized her services by including her in the 2014 Republic Day honours.