Yogi Govt To Introduce 'My Health World' In UP Schools, Focus On Nutrition, Screen Time And Healthy Living

Published 15 July 2026 · health

Yogi Govt To Introduce 'My Health World' In UP Schools, Focus On Nutrition, Screen Time And Healthy Living Published By, Last Updated: July 15, 2026

Yogi Govt To Introduce 'My Health World' In UP Schools, Focus On Nutrition, Screen Time And Healthy Living Published By, Last Updated: July 15, 2026, 15:00 IST The UP government will introduce 'My Health World' in schools, teaching students about nutrition, yoga, screen time, mental health and healthy lifestyle habits. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. (IMAGE: PTI) The Uttar Pradesh government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, has launched a comprehensive initiative to strengthen health education, nutrition awareness and healthy lifestyle practices among school students. As part of the programme, the Government of India’s ‘My Health World’ teaching-learning material will be introduced in government schools, Kasturba Gandhi Girls’ Schools and recognised schools across the state to help inculcate healthy habits among children from an early age. The initiative seeks to educate students on balanced nutrition, physical activity, mental well-being, hygiene and responsible lifestyle choices. The state government believes that schools serve as the most effective platform for shaping lifelong healthy habits, and the programme has been designed with that objective in mind. Director General of School Education and State Project Director Monica Rani has issued detailed guidelines to DIET principals, Divisional Assistant Directors of Basic Education, District Basic Education Officers, Block Education Officers and other concerned officials for implementing the initiative. According to the directions, both Hindi and English editions of the ‘My Health World’ book, along with other teaching-learning resources, will be supplied to government schools, Kasturba Gandhi Girls’ Schools and recognised schools across Uttar Pradesh.

The study material will be used during regular classroom teaching as well as morning assemblies, children’s assemblies, parent-teacher meetings, school health programmes and other educational activities. Teachers will also receive orientation and training to ensure the effective use of the teaching material in classrooms. The programme integrates health education, nutrition awareness and behavioural change into school education to encourage responsible health practices among students while supporting their holistic development. Students will be taught about balanced and nutritious diets, the harmful effects of junk food, the importance of maintaining proper hygiene, mental well-being and adopting healthy lifestyle habits. Special emphasis will also be placed on regular yoga, sports and physical activity as part of students’ daily routine. Schools have been directed to conduct sports activities regularly in accordance with the academic timetable to encourage fitness and active living among children. The guidelines also call for creating awareness among students about maintaining balanced screen time and the responsible use of digital devices. Students will be educated about the importance of adequate and quality sleep as an essential part of a healthy lifestyle. Schools have also been instructed to encourage students to develop reading habits by making use of library books during school hours as well as in their free time, promoting both intellectual development and reduced dependence on screens. In addition, schools will organise special awareness programmes under the theme ‘Healthy Organs, Healthy Life’ to educate children about maintaining good health and understanding the harmful effects of unhealthy lifestyle choices.