In observation of Global Handwashing Day, India's leading wellness brand, Himalaya Wellness Company, launched its new campaign '#Saafhaathsekhaaiye'. Teaming up with actor-musician Piyush Mishra, the initiative unveiled a music video encouraging the Indian tradition of eating with hands, underscoring the importance of handwashing prior to meals.
This campaign aligns with this year's Global Handwashing Day theme 'Unite for Universal Hand Hygiene,' as Himalaya's initiative merges the concepts of 'Love' and 'Hand Hygiene.' The video showcases Indians across the country savoring traditional foods, with Mishra's voiceover encouraging handwashing.
Rajesh Krishnamurthy, Business Director of Himalaya Wellness, said "Himalaya Wellness Company and its history has been rooted in the traditions and the culture of India. We have, thus, been committed to preserving our customs and culture, whether it be advocating for Ayurvedic traditions or eating with our hands. With our vision of bringing 'Wellness in every Home and Happiness in every Heart,' this video hopes to remind us Indians that we will always love our habit of eating with our hands and that our health does not need to suffer."
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