Bratya Basu
West Bengal Makes Rabindranath Tagore's State Song Mandatory in School Assemblies: What You Need to Know
Nov 07, 2025 03:16 pm CST
The West Bengal government has mandated Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore's 'Banglar mati, Banglar jol' as a compulsory prayer song during morning assemblies in all government-aided schools. This 1905 composition, officially designated as the state song in 2023, must be performed alongside the National Anthem at school gatherings and all government functions to promote social and communal harmony throughout the state.
West Bengal Makes State Anthem Mandatory in School Morning Assemblies Alongside National Anthem
Nov 07, 2025 11:47 am CST
The West Bengal government has mandated that all state-run and state-aided schools must now include Rabindranath Tagore's 'Banglar Mati Banglar Jol' as a prayer song in morning assemblies alongside the National Anthem. Education Minister Bratya Basu stated this initiative aims to promote communal harmony and social consciousness among students.