The Delhi government’s Directorate of Education has asked schools to incorporate a 10-minute snack break in the timetable, in addition to a lunch break. In a circular issued to schools under its jurisdiction, the department said the mini break should take place two-and-a-half hours before the lunch break. In a bid to combat widespread malnutrition among children, schools have been asked to prepare a weekly planner of snacks, offering three food choices every day which may include food items such as seasonal fruits, sprouts, salad, etc.
