Childhood stunting is a significant global health issue, affecting millions of children worldwide. It is defined as a child's length or height below -2 standard deviations (SDs) from the World Health Organization (WHO) Child Growth Standards median. Stunting often goes unrecognized in communities where short stature is common, as linear growth is not routinely assessed in primary healthcare settings. Growth faltering can begin in utero and continue for at least the first two years of postnatal life, leading to severe irreversible physical and neurocognitive damage. Stunting is associated with increased morbidity and mortality, reduced neurodevelopmental and cognitive function, and an elevated risk of chronic diseases in adulthood. The World Health Organization (WHO) has set a global target to reduce the number of stunted children by 40% by 2025, emphasizing the need for preventive measures and multisectoral interventions. Despite progress, millions of children still suffer from stunting, highlighting the urgency of addressing this issue.Childhood stunting is a significant global health issue, affecting millions of children worldwide. It is defined as a child's length or height below -2 standard deviations (SDs) from the World Health Organization (WHO) Child Growth Standards median. Stunting often goes unrecognized in communities where short stature is common, as linear growth is not routinely assessed in primary healthcare settings. Growth faltering can begin in utero and continue for at least the first two years of postnatal life, leading to severe irreversible physical and neurocognitive damage. Stunting is associated with increased morbidity and mortality, reduced neurodevelopmental and cognitive function, and an elevated risk of chronic diseases in adulthood. The World Health Organization (WHO) has set a global target to reduce the number of stunted children by 40% by 2025, emphasizing the need for preventive measures and multisectoral interventions. Despite progress, millions of children still suffer from stunting, highlighting the urgency of addressing this issue.