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India Today
17-07-2025
- Health
- India Today
After sugar boards, CBSE pushes oil boards to cut fat intake in schools
CBSE pushes new visual campaign of oil boards in schools to curb unhealthy oil usage India Today Education Desk CBSE launches 'Oil Boards' to discourage unhealthy fat consumption in schools Initiative follows 'Sugar Boards' to promote better health habits Boards to be placed in cafeterias, hallways, and staff areas After the introduction of 'Sugar Boards' last year, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has taken another step to promote healthy living in schools. In a fresh circular issued to affiliated schools, the Board has announced the rollout of 'Oil Boards'â€'a visual awareness campaign aimed at discouraging excessive consumption of unhealthy fats and oils. The move comes amid alarming data on rising obesity rates in India, particularly amongst urban children and adolescents. Drawing from the National Family Health Survey (NFHS-5, 2019–21), CBSE highlights that more than 20% of adults in urban areas are either overweight or obese. A Lancet study from 2025 further warns that by 2050, the number of overweight adults in India may jump from 18 crore in 2021 to nearly 45 crore, placing the country second globally in obesity prevalence. WHAT ARE OIL BOARDS? As per the CBSE directive, 'Oil Boards' are to be installed in visible areas within school campusesâ€'such as cafeterias, hallways, and staff lounges. These can be either printed posters or digital screens, featuring facts and warnings about the health hazards of consuming high-fat and oil-rich foods. The idea is to encourage students and staff to make more mindful food choices. WHY THE INITIATIVE MATTERS? This initiative builds on the earlier 'Sugar Boards' campaign that sought to reduce sugar consumption in school environments. With obesity becoming a national concern, especially in younger age groups, CBSE believes schools have a vital role to play in promoting preventive health behaviours. Poor eating habits, sedentary lifestyles, and a lack of awareness about nutrition are contributing factors that the Board hopes to address through such targeted interventions. Direct link to check the official circular WHAT SCHOOLS ARE EXPECTED TO DO To bring the Oil Board initiative to life, CBSE has laid out a multipronged approach for schools: Install Visual Displays: Put up clear, eye-catching posters or digital messages in areas frequented by students and staff. Health-Focused Stationery: Add health tips and reminders to school stationery letterheads, notebooks, foldersto reinforce the message beyond just the display boards. Healthy Food and Activity Push: Encourage canteens to stock healthier meal options while limiting the sale of fried snacks and sugary drinks. Promote physical movement through activity breaks, use of stairs, and walk-friendly zones on campus. Student Engagement: Integrate the creation of Oil Board content into class projects. This could involve students conducting their own research, creating visuals, and writing health-based messages to deepen understanding and involvement. Schools have also been advised to make use of educational materials developed by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI). Videos, posters, and guidelines are available through FSSAI's social media and YouTube channels. By involving students, staff, and the larger school ecosystem, CBSE hopes to foster lifelong habits that prioritise nutrition and wellness. The Oil Board campaign, much like its predecessor, is not just about awareness, it's about creating an environment that supports healthier daily choices. After the introduction of 'Sugar Boards' last year, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has taken another step to promote healthy living in schools. In a fresh circular issued to affiliated schools, the Board has announced the rollout of 'Oil Boards'â€'a visual awareness campaign aimed at discouraging excessive consumption of unhealthy fats and oils. The move comes amid alarming data on rising obesity rates in India, particularly amongst urban children and adolescents. Drawing from the National Family Health Survey (NFHS-5, 2019–21), CBSE highlights that more than 20% of adults in urban areas are either overweight or obese. A Lancet study from 2025 further warns that by 2050, the number of overweight adults in India may jump from 18 crore in 2021 to nearly 45 crore, placing the country second globally in obesity prevalence. WHAT ARE OIL BOARDS? As per the CBSE directive, 'Oil Boards' are to be installed in visible areas within school campusesâ€'such as cafeterias, hallways, and staff lounges. These can be either printed posters or digital screens, featuring facts and warnings about the health hazards of consuming high-fat and oil-rich foods. The idea is to encourage students and staff to make more mindful food choices. WHY THE INITIATIVE MATTERS? This initiative builds on the earlier 'Sugar Boards' campaign that sought to reduce sugar consumption in school environments. With obesity becoming a national concern, especially in younger age groups, CBSE believes schools have a vital role to play in promoting preventive health behaviours. Poor eating habits, sedentary lifestyles, and a lack of awareness about nutrition are contributing factors that the Board hopes to address through such targeted interventions. Direct link to check the official circular WHAT SCHOOLS ARE EXPECTED TO DO To bring the Oil Board initiative to life, CBSE has laid out a multipronged approach for schools: Install Visual Displays: Put up clear, eye-catching posters or digital messages in areas frequented by students and staff. Health-Focused Stationery: Add health tips and reminders to school stationery letterheads, notebooks, foldersto reinforce the message beyond just the display boards. Healthy Food and Activity Push: Encourage canteens to stock healthier meal options while limiting the sale of fried snacks and sugary drinks. Promote physical movement through activity breaks, use of stairs, and walk-friendly zones on campus. Student Engagement: Integrate the creation of Oil Board content into class projects. This could involve students conducting their own research, creating visuals, and writing health-based messages to deepen understanding and involvement. Schools have also been advised to make use of educational materials developed by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI). Videos, posters, and guidelines are available through FSSAI's social media and YouTube channels. By involving students, staff, and the larger school ecosystem, CBSE hopes to foster lifelong habits that prioritise nutrition and wellness. The Oil Board campaign, much like its predecessor, is not just about awareness, it's about creating an environment that supports healthier daily choices. Join our WhatsApp Channel
Time of India
16-07-2025
- Health
- Time of India
CBSE's new ‘Oil Board' mandate aims to curb rising student obesity and promote healthier living
In a move that places student well-being at the heart of school life, the Central Board of Secondary Education ( CBSE ) has issued a fresh circular encouraging all affiliated schools to adopt 'Oil Boards' as a visual cue to promote healthier dietary choices. 'Oil Boards' refer to visual displays such as posters or digital screens placed in common areas that warn against excessive consumption of unhealthy fats and oils. The circulate dated July 15, 2025, comes as a natural extension of CBSE's earlier 'Sugar Boards' initiative, reinforcing its stance on preventive health through awareness and behavioural change among students. At the core of this initiative is a growing concern around obesity in India, especially among children and adolescents. Data from NFHS-5 (2019–21) shows that one in five adults in urban India is overweight or obese. More worryingly, a recent study published in The Lancet projects that the number of overweight and obese adults in India will more than double by 2050. Lifestyle-induced health conditions, once confined to adults, are now steadily impacting teenagers due to excessive consumption of high-fat and sugary foods combined with reduced physical activity. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Pernas e tornozelos inchados? Descubra o que pode ajudar a drenar agora aartedoherbalismo Undo Schools to lead the way In response, CBSE is urging schools to turn students into stakeholders in their own health journeys. Schools are now encouraged to: • Install 'Oil Boards' across cafeterias, hallways, and common rooms to initiate conversations among students about the impact of high-fat diets. • Print health-conscious messages on school diaries, notebooks, and folders, offering daily prompts for students to rethink their food and activity habits. • Make healthier food options more accessible on campus, focusing on fresh fruits, vegetables, and low-fat alternatives, while simultaneously curbing the sale of packaged snacks and sugary drinks. • Promote physical activity by organising 'movement breaks,' encouraging stair usage, and creating walkable routes within the school premises. Importantly, the initiative invites students to be creators, not just consumers. Schools are advised to integrate Oil Board design into class projects, encouraging students to research, conceptualise, and create health communication content, a valuable exercise in both life skills and creative expression. The circular also directs schools to refer to relevant educational content available on FSSAI's official YouTube channel. Institutions can further connect with FSSAI at iec@ for resources or guidance. This initiative underscores a growing consensus that the classroom can no longer remain isolated from the larger questions of student health and lifestyle. With visual nudges, peer engagement, and school-wide involvement, CBSE hopes to instill lasting habits in students, ones that extend beyond academics and into the fundamentals of well-being. For today's generation navigating academic pressure, digital fatigue, and changing food patterns, CBSE's move is a reminder that learning to make healthier choices is as vital as learning to solve equations. Explore the complete CBSE circular on this initiative here . TOI Education is on WhatsApp now. Follow us here . Ready to navigate global policies? Secure your overseas future. Get expert guidance now!
Yahoo
21-02-2025
- Yahoo
State wants copy of book being written by Boards
ANDERSON — Just days after his arrest for the shooting death of Elwood police officer Noah Shahnavaz, Carl Roy Webb Boards II started writing a book. The Madison County Prosecutor's Office has filed a motion in Madison Circuit Court Division 3 for Boards' attorney to turn over the writings. He is scheduled to go on trial in September on charges of murder, resisting law enforcement and unlawful possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. Boards faces the death penalty. Deputy Prosecutor Jesse Miller made the motion for defense attorneys to compel Boards' attorney to turn his book over to the court. Boards was arrested Aug. 1, 2022, and two weeks later, during a call from the jail, he indicated that the first chapter of the book had been written, according to the prosecution. During that telephone call, Boards said he wrote about meeting his father for the first time and about 'grown men with daddy issues.' The motion states that at least four times from Aug. 15, 2022, to Aug. 26, 2022, Boards mentions the book and wanting to sell it for a profit. Boards was informed in September 2022 by his lawyer that, under the law, the book could not be published until after the trial. His attorneys objected to the prosecution's request for the book, claiming that it is a 'work product' and falls under the attorney/client privilege. Miller's motion said Boards has claimed he is intellectually disabled and intends to claim an insanity defense. Defense attorney Joe Duepner said no one has been told about the content of the book except for the defense attorneys. 'There is a lot of information in the document,' he said. 'It was edited and reworked after conversations with his attorneys." Miller said the first chapter was written before Boards' attorneys were appointed by the court. Andrew Hanna, chief deputy prosecutor, said the defense has the burden of proving attorney-client privilege. 'There are parts that are work product and parts that are not work product,' he said. 'The defense should explain what was added as work product. The state is entitled to the document." Boards, allegedly, shot Shahnavaz to death early the morning of July 31, 2022, after the officer stopped a 2012 Buick LaCrosse driven by Boards near the intersection of Indiana 37 and Madison County Road 1100 North. Police have not provided a reason for the traffic stop. Officers from Elwood and Madison County found the wounded Shahnavaz and administered life-saving measures until medical personnel arrived. Shahnavaz was taken by ambulance to Ascension St. Vincent Mercy Hospital in Elwood and later flown by helicopter to an Indianapolis-area hospital, where he died. Just after 2:30 that same morning, Hamilton County officers found the Buick and attempted a traffic stop. After the Buick continued south on Indiana 37, Hamilton County sheriff's deputies deployed a tire-deflation device near Indiana 37 and 146th Street. The Buick continued southbound on Indiana 37 toward Interstate 69. While on I-69, Fishers police used two 'precision immobilization techniques.' After the second attempt, the Buick struck a median barrier wall. Officers took Boards into custody without further incident.
