AP GOVERNMENT NO BAG DAY
ap government saturday no bag day
The Andhra Pradesh government has declared every Saturday a "No Bag Day" for students in classes 1-10.
The initiative, announced in early 2025, aims to reduce academic pressure and promote holistic development through extracurricular and skill-based learning.
Key details of the initiative
- For whom it applies: The "No Bag Day" is for students from classes 1 to 10 in all schools across the state.
- When it started: It was announced in early 2025 and is set to be implemented from the 2025-2026 academic year.
- What students do: Instead of regular academic lessons, students will participate in a variety of interactive activities that focus on experiential and practical learning.
- Types of activities: The designated day will feature a range of programs, including:
- Quizzes and debates
- Sports competitions
- Vocational and skill-based training
- Creative arts and club activities
- Mock parliamentary sessions
- What it seeks to achieve: The state government, led by Minister for Education Nara Lokesh, introduced the policy to:
- Ease the physical and mental burden of heavy school bags.
- Shift the educational focus from rote memorization to more engaging and practical methods.
- Promote critical thinking, creativity, and teamwork among students.
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