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Bihar to Start Free ‘Sankalp Sandhya’ Evening Classes in 38 Districts from Nov 17
✍️ Indian Masterminds
🗓 13 Nov 2026, 07:02 AM
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The Bihar government will roll out the ‘Sankalp Sandhya’ programme, offering free evening classes in 38 districts starting November 17, aimed at enhancing adult literacy and skill development.
The state of Bihar announced that from November 17 it will launch ‘Sankalp Sandhya’, a free evening‑class initiative covering 38 districts. The programme is scheduled to run on weekdays after regular school hours, providing an additional learning window for residents.
Designed to address gaps in adult literacy and vocational skills, the classes will focus on basic reading, writing, numeracy and market‑relevant trades such as tailoring, computer basics and handicraft design. The target audience includes out‑of‑school youth, homemakers and informal‑sector workers seeking formal certification.
Implementation will be overseen by the Bihar School Education Department in partnership with local NGOs and community centres. Funding comes from the state’s education budget, and existing school infrastructure will be utilised to minimise costs. Officials anticipate that the scheme will enroll tens of thousands of learners in its first year, contributing to the state’s broader goal of improving human development indicators.
The rollout will be monitored through periodic assessments, and successful participants may receive certificates that aid in securing employment or further training opportunities.
Designed to address gaps in adult literacy and vocational skills, the classes will focus on basic reading, writing, numeracy and market‑relevant trades such as tailoring, computer basics and handicraft design. The target audience includes out‑of‑school youth, homemakers and informal‑sector workers seeking formal certification.
Implementation will be overseen by the Bihar School Education Department in partnership with local NGOs and community centres. Funding comes from the state’s education budget, and existing school infrastructure will be utilised to minimise costs. Officials anticipate that the scheme will enroll tens of thousands of learners in its first year, contributing to the state’s broader goal of improving human development indicators.
The rollout will be monitored through periodic assessments, and successful participants may receive certificates that aid in securing employment or further training opportunities.