The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has directed all affiliated schools to set up ‘Chinese boards’ in their premises to create awareness about the health risks of excessive sugar consumption in students. The step follows a recommendation of the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR), which has expressed concern over the increasing cases of type 2 diabetes, obesity and dental problems among children.
The notification states: “Excessive consumption of sugar not only increases the risk of diabetes, but also contributes to obesity, dental problems and other metabolic disorders, eventually affects children’s long -term health and educational performance. The study indicates that the study indicates that 13% of daily calorie intake for children aged 4 to 10, which is more than 11 years older than 11.
This step addresses dangerous trends that indicate a sharp increase in type 2 diabetes, obesity, dental issues and other metabolic disorders among school -class children – issues associated with easy availability of sugars snacks, soft drinks, and easy availability of processes in school environment.
What schools require to do:
Set ‘Chinese Board’ to display information:
- Recommended daily sugar intake
- Sugar content in commonly consumed foods and beverages
- Health risk of excessive sugar consumption
- Healthy options for aromatic products
- Students should conduct awareness seminars and workshops to educate students about the long -term benefits of eating habits and less sugar intake.
CBSE has also provided schools to submit a brief report with photographs of these activities in PDF format by July 15, 2025, which through the link provided – https://shorturl.at/E3KKC.
The objective of this initiative is to promote a healthy school environment by promoting informed dietary options among students and reducing the risk of lifestyle related health issues from an early age.
