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Pearl millet, a hardy and versatile cereal, plays a crucial role in global food security. It thrives in arid and semiarid regions, making it an indispensable crop for resource-constrained areas. This review explores the rich genetic diversity of pearl millet varieties, their distribution, and adaptation to different environments, along with their historical and cultural significance. The nutritional composition section examines the macronutrient and micronutrient content of pearl millet, highlighting its role as a source of carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, dietary fibre, and antioxidants. This diversity in nutritional content makes pearl millet an attractive choice for improving diets and addressing malnutrition. Moreover, the review explores the implications of pearl millet's diverse nutrition for human health, including its potential to combat malnutrition and non-communicable diseases. In agriculture, it discusses the adaptability of different pearl millet varieties to various environments and the potential for breeding and crop improvement. Ultimately, this review underscores the importance of recognizing and harnessing the nutritional diversity within pearl millet varieties. It highlights the need for continued research and policy support to leverage this crop's potential in enhancing global food security and promoting healthier diets.