Bihar Reinstates Half-Day Saturdays for Government Schools

In a move aimed at improving academic outcomes, the Bihar government has reinstated half-day Saturdays for all government schools. The decision follows a review of the previous schedule and is expected to provide students with additional study time during weekdays. The policy will be implemented from the upcoming academic session, with teachers and staff notified of the new timetable. Officials say the change will help balance extracurricular activities and reduce student fatigue.