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Over 60,000 tribal children in Andhra Pradesh suffer from malnutrition, says Centre
Over 60,000 tribal children in Andhra Pradesh suffer from malnutrition, says Centre

New Indian Express

time2 days ago

  • Health
  • New Indian Express

Over 60,000 tribal children in Andhra Pradesh suffer from malnutrition, says Centre

VISAKHAPATNAM: Tribal malnutrition remains a persistent concern in Andhra Pradesh, with recent data highlighting the continued vulnerability of children in these communities. According to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, more than 60,000 tribal children under the age of 5 in the State are affected by various forms of malnutrition. As per the Poshan Tracker data from June 2025, Andhra Pradesh has recorded 33,143 stunted children, 10,039 wasted children, and 18,620 underweight children in tribal areas. Stunting reflects impaired growth and development due to chronic or recurrent malnutrition, and is characterised by low height for age. Wasting, on the other hand, indicates acute malnutrition, and is marked by low weight for height, often resulting from recent and severe weight loss. Underweight, defined as low weight for age, is an outcome of both acute and chronic malnutrition. These indicators not only point to nutritional deficiencies but also signal deeper structural issues such as poor access to healthcare, inadequate maternal education, and food insecurity in tribal regions. The data corresponds with findings from the National Family Health Survey-5 (2019-21), which show that 44.5% of tribal children under 5 in India are stunted, 20% wasted, and 45.2% underweight.

After 'sugar boards', CBSE asks schools to set up 'oil boards' to promote healthy eating habits
After 'sugar boards', CBSE asks schools to set up 'oil boards' to promote healthy eating habits

The Hindu

time18-07-2025

  • Health
  • The Hindu

After 'sugar boards', CBSE asks schools to set up 'oil boards' to promote healthy eating habits

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has asked schools to set up "oil boards" to educate students and staff about harmful effects of consuming high-fat foods and oils and to serve as daily reminders promoting healthier eating habits, according to officials. The directive comes two months after the board asked schools to set up "sugar boards" to monitor and reduce the sugar intake of children. "Oil Boards" refer to posters or digital displays installed in shared spaces such as cafeterias, lobbies, and meeting rooms within school premises. These boards will aim to educate students and staff about the harmful effects of consuming high-fat foods and oils and to serve as daily reminders promoting healthier eating habits. "The data points out that there is a sharp rise in obesity among both adults and children. As per National Family Health Survey-5 (NFHS-5), 2019-21, over one in five adults in urban areas are overweight or obese," said Pragya M Singh, CBSE Director (Academics). Citing The Lancet Global Burden of Disease (GBD) 2021 obesity forecasting study published in 2025, Singh said the number of overweight and obese adults in India is projected to rise from 18 crores in 2021 to 44.9 crores by 2050, making it the country with the second highest global burden. "Prevalence of childhood obesity is impacted mostly by poor dietary habits and reduced physical activity," Singh added. The CBSE recommends installing oil board displays in common areas such as cafeterias, lobbies, meeting rooms, and other public spaces to raise awareness about harmful consumption. It also suggests printing health messages on all official stationery—such as letterheads, envelopes, notepads, folders, and publications—to provide daily reminders about fighting obesity. Additionally, it encourages promoting healthy meals. The board also made recommendations such as physical activity in schools through availability of nutritious, healthier food options (more fruits, vegetables, and low-fat options, and by limiting availability of sugary drinks and high-fat snacks) and activity initiatives (encouraging use of stairs, organizing short exercise breaks, and facilitating walking routes). "A few prototypes of such boards are available and schools may like to customise these as per their requirements. School students can be encouraged to prepare such boards as a part of experiential learning. Relevant IEC material including posters and videos are available at official YouTube channel of FSSAI," Singh said in a letter to schools.

Health risks: CBSE directs schools to set up ‘oil boards'
Health risks: CBSE directs schools to set up ‘oil boards'

New Indian Express

time18-07-2025

  • Health
  • New Indian Express

Health risks: CBSE directs schools to set up ‘oil boards'

NEW DELHI: In a move to curb rising obesity rates among children and adults, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has directed schools to install 'oil boards' — visual aids meant to spread awareness about the health risks of high-fat food and oil consumption. These boards, which will be displayed in common areas such as cafeterias, lobbies, and meeting rooms, will serve as daily reminders to encourage healthier dietary choices among students and staff. This initiative follows a similar directive issued two months ago, when schools were asked to install 'sugar boards' to help reduce students' sugar intake. 'The boards are part of a broader push to address the alarming increase in obesity rates,' said Pragya M Singh, director (Aacademics), CBSE. Citing data from the National Family Health Survey-5 (2019–21), she noted that more than one in five urban adults in India are overweight or obese. The CBSE has also urged the schools to promote physical activity through measures like encouraging stair use, organising short exercise breaks during the day, and creating safe walking routes within school premises.

CBSE asks schools to set up 'oil boards' to curb high-fat food intake
CBSE asks schools to set up 'oil boards' to curb high-fat food intake

Business Standard

time17-07-2025

  • Health
  • Business Standard

CBSE asks schools to set up 'oil boards' to curb high-fat food intake

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has asked schools to set up "oil boards" to educate students and staff about harmful effects of consuming high-fat foods and oils and to serve as daily reminders promoting healthier eating habits, according to officials. The directive comes two months after the board asked schools to set up "sugar boards" to monitor and reduce the sugar intake of children. "Oil Boards" refer to posters or digital displays installed in shared spaces such as cafeterias, lobbies, and meeting rooms within school premises. These boards will aim to educate students and staff about the harmful effects of consuming high-fat foods and oils and to serve as daily reminders promoting healthier eating habits. "The data points out that there is a sharp rise in obesity among both adults and children. As per National Family Health Survey-5 (NFHS-5), 2019-21, over one in five adults in urban areas are overweight or obese," said Pragya M Singh, CBSE Director (Academics). Citing The Lancet Global Burden of Disease (GBD) 2021 obesity forecasting study published in 2025, Singh said the number of overweight and obese adults in India is projected to rise from 18 crores in 2021 to 44.9 crores by 2050, making it the country with the second highest global burden. "Prevalence of childhood obesity is impacted mostly by poor dietary habits and reduced physical activity," Singh added. Installing oil board displays in common areas (cafeterias, lobbies, meeting rooms and other public spaces) to raise awareness on harmful consumption; printing health messages on all official stationery (letterheads, envelopes, notepads and folders) and publications to reinforce daily reminders on fighting obesity besides promoting healthy meals are among the recommendations made by the CBSE. The board also made recommendations such as physical activity in schools through availability of nutritious, healthier food options (more fruits, vegetables, and low-fat options, and by limiting availability of sugary drinks and high-fat snacks) and activity initiatives (encouraging use of stairs, organizing short exercise breaks, and facilitating walking routes). "A few prototypes of such boards are available and schools may like to customize these as per their requirements. School students can be encouraged to prepare such boards as a part of experiential learning. Relevant IEC material including posters and videos are available at official YouTube channel of FSSAI," Singh said in a letter to schools. (Only the headline and picture of this report may have been reworked by the Business Standard staff; the rest of the content is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.)

‘Oil Board': CBSE flags obesity rate in India; urges schools to encourage students to use stairs, limit ‘high-fat snack'
‘Oil Board': CBSE flags obesity rate in India; urges schools to encourage students to use stairs, limit ‘high-fat snack'

Mint

time16-07-2025

  • Health
  • Mint

‘Oil Board': CBSE flags obesity rate in India; urges schools to encourage students to use stairs, limit ‘high-fat snack'

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has issued a follow-up circular dated 15 July 2025, reinforcing its earlier guidance on promoting healthy lifestyles among students through the establishment of 'oil Boards' in schools. CBSE stated that this initiative sought to raise awareness of the dangers of excessive oil consumption and to encourage healthier dietary and physical activity habits among students and staff. In continuation of Circular No. Acad-26/2025 dated 14 May 2025 on sugar boards, the latest directive from CBSE (Circular No. Acad-45/2025) highlighted the alarming rise of obesity in India. Citing data from the National Family Health Survey-5 (NFHS-5, 2019-21), CBSE board noted that over one in five adults in urban areas are overweight or obese. Further referencing the 2025 Lancet Global Burden of Disease (GBD) obesity forecasting study, CBSE stressed that the number of overweight and obese adults in India is projected to more than double — from 18 crore in 2021 to 44.9 crore by 2050. Childhood obesity, CBSE added, is chiefly influenced by poor dietary habits and insufficient physical activity. Addressing school principals, the CBSE circular mandated several measures to sensitize both students and staff: Installation of Oil Boards: Schools must display digital or static posters in common areas such as cafeterias, lobbies, and meeting rooms to educate about the harmful effects of excessive oil consumption. Health Messaging on Official Stationery: Printing messages promoting healthy habits on letterheads, envelopes, notepads, folders and publications aims to provide ongoing reminders combating obesity. Promotion of Healthy Meals and Physical Activity: Schools are urged to provide nutritious food options — emphasising fruits, vegetables and low-fat selections — while limiting sugary drinks and high-fat snacks. Physical activity initiatives include encouraging stairs usage, short exercise breaks during school hours, and facilitating walking routes around campus. The CBSE circular also encouraged experiential learning by involving students in the design and preparation of these Oil Boards to foster engagement with health-conscious practices. Relevant information, education and communication (IEC) materials — including posters and videos — are made available through the official YouTube channel of the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), the CBSE circular stated. CBSE underscored that this initiative aligns with the broader ethos of Atmanirbharta (self-reliance), stating: 'We cannot rely on imported niche technologies that are crucial for our offensive and defensive missions' — drawing a parallel to the importance of indigenous solutions in education and health promotion. School authorities have been called upon to play a vital role in stemming the obesity epidemic by embedding healthier habits from the grassroots level in educational environments. The circular concluded with an appeal from CBSE to ensure 'a safer, healthier generation, equipped to face future challenges with better wellbeing,' reinforcing the critical role of schools in shaping lifelong habits of wellness.

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