'Diabetic? Eat, drink and take meds, insulin in class'

Students with Type-1 diabetes will now be allowed concessions in regular classrooms and examination halls. They can eat, drink water, take medicines, and use insulin pumps and monitoring devices, including smartphones. The state education board will issue guidelines on snack breaks during board exams. Teachers must allow snack breaks during school sessions if required. Students can carry diabetes tablets, glucometer, and glucose test strips during exams.

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