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India News | NEP 2020 Prioritises Hygiene, Health and Environmental Awareness Among School Children: Centre
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However, recognising the importance of education, the National Education Policy (NEP), 2020 has come into existence, which emphasises holistic development of learners including strengthening aspects related to health, wellness and environmental awareness in schools.
The MoE is promoting sports and physical education in schools through multiple policy and programme interventions aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
The textbooks introduce students to the concepts of physical education, Yoga for Daily Life, and basic Yog Sadhana in an age-appropriate manner.
In order to promote Sports & physical education and fitness among school-going children, several national initiatives have also been taken by this Department.
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) has informed that the MoHFW and MoE jointly implement the School Health and Wellness Programme from 2020.