State anthem to be sung daily in school assemblies

In a landmark initiative to strengthen the cultural and educational foundation of Maharashtra, the state government on Monday unveiled a series of ambitious reforms aimed at overhauling the school education system.

- Niraj Pandit

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A standout feature of these reforms is the mandatory inclusion of the state anthem 'Jaya Jaya Maharashtra Majha' (Victory to My Maharashtra) in daily school assemblies across all boards and managements.

Composed by Srinivas Kale and penned by Raja Badhe, the anthem, celebrated for its evocative portrayal of Maharashtra's rich culture and geography, will now be sung daily after the national anthem.

Instilling pride in young minds Education minister Dadaji Bhuse emphasised that the inclusion of the state anthem will instill a sense of historical and geographical pride among students, fostering a deeper connection to the state's heritage.

Speaking about the broader roadmap, he outlined key initiatives for the first 100 days, including the adoption of a CBSE-aligned curriculum with localised modifications and the introduction of a school ranking system to ensure quality improvement.