CBSE - Sugar Board





To combat rising sugar consumption among students, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has directed all affiliated schools to establish “Sugar Boards”—a dedicated awareness initiative designed to monitor and educate students about the dangers of excessive sugar intake. 

This decision follows a sharp increase in Type 2 diabetes among children, a condition once primarily seen in adults, but now a growing concern in school-aged populations.


Why Sugar is Becoming a Silent Crisis

 The CBSE has observed a troubling rise in Type 2 diabetes among students over the past decade. 

Health experts attribute this trend to the easy availability of sugary snacks, soft drinks, and processed foods within school environments. 

Studies indicate that sugar constitutes 13% of daily calorie intake for children aged 4 to 10 years and 15% for those aged 11 to 18 years, far exceeding the World Health Organization’s (WHO) recommended limit of 5%.

These Sugar Boards, mandated by CBSE, will serve as educational displays within schools, informing students about the risks of excessive sugar consumption. 

They will display critical information, such as:

  • Recommended daily sugar intake

  • Sugar content in commonly consumed foods (sweets, sodas, chocolates)

  • Health risks associated with high sugar intake, including obesity, diabetes, and dental problems

  • Healthier dietary alternatives

The directive also encourages schools to conduct awareness seminars and workshops, helping students make informed food choices. 

Schools are required to submit reports and photographs of their Sugar Boards by July 15.


Will ‘Sugar Boards’ Be Enough?

While the Sugar Boards are a commendable initiative, many may argue that they are only part of the solution. 

Schools can monitor students’ sugar intake on campus, but the problem extends beyond the school gates. 

Children are exposed to junk food advertising on social media, in video games, and even through influencer endorsements.

CBSE’s Sugar Boards are a commendable initiative, but their success will depend on consistent awareness efforts, parental involvement, and broader policy changes. 

Experts recommend a multi-pronged approach:

  1. Stricter regulations on junk food marketing aimed at children

  2. Mandatory nutrition education as part of the curriculum

  3. Collaboration with parents to reduce sugary foods at home

  4. Regular health check-ups and BMI monitoring in schools

Key Features of Sugar Boards:


- Recommended Daily Sugar Intake: Display the daily sugar limit for children.


- Sugar Content in Common Foods: Showcase the sugar levels in popular food items like junk food and soft drinks.


- Health Risks: Highlight potential health issues linked to high sugar consumption, such as obesity, diabetes, and dental problems.


- Healthier Alternatives: Provide suggestions for nutritious alternatives to sugary products.


School Requirements:


- Awareness Seminars and Workshops: Organize events to educate students about mindful eating habits and the benefits of reducing sugar intake.


- Display Boards: Promote balanced diets and provide information on essential nutrients.


- Prohibiting Unhealthy Foods: Restrict the sale and marketing of foods high in saturated fats, trans fats, added sugars, and sodium within 50 meters of school premises³.


Rationale Behind the Initiative:

- Excessive Sugar Consumption: Children aged 4-10 consume 13% of their daily calories from sugar, while those aged 11-18 consume 15%, exceeding the recommended limit of 5%.


- Growing Health Concerns: Rising cases of Type 2 diabetes, obesity, and dental problems among children have prompted this initiative ²³.


CBSE Mandates Sugar Boards in Schools
Activities to Curb Sugar Intake Among Children


1. Display Boards: Showcase daily sugar limits, sugar content in common foods, and health risks.


2. Awareness Seminars: Educate students about mindful eating and reducing sugar intake.


3. Workshops: Engage students in interactive sessions on healthy eating habits.


4. Healthy Alternatives: Promote nutritious food options and provide suggestions.


5. Prohibiting Unhealthy Foods: Restrict the sale and marketing of high-sugar foods near schools.


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