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Health
Karnataka Bans Junk Food Near Schools
✍️ Mangalore Today
🗓 01 Aug 2026, 06:38 PM
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The Karnataka health department has banned the sale of junk food within 50 meters of schools and colleges. This move aims to promote healthy eating habits among students.
In a significant step towards promoting healthy eating habits, the Karnataka health department has imposed a ban on the sale of junk food within a 50-meter radius of schools and colleges. This decision is expected to have a positive impact on the health and wellbeing of students. The ban is part of a broader initiative to combat the rising incidence of lifestyle diseases among young people.