This north Indian state wants students to read newspapers again
Published on: Dec. 26, 2025, 2:55 p.m. | Source: The Economic Times
Uttar Pradesh schools will now mandate newspaper reading for students, aiming to foster reading habits, critical thinking, and reduce screen time. The initiative encourages daily reading of both Hindi and English newspapers, with students sharing key points during morning assemblies. This move seeks to enhance general knowledge, vocabulary, and awareness of current affairs, while also promoting empathy and civic engagement.
