Agartala, July 7 -- In a move aimed at strengthening patriotism, discipline and national consciousness among students, the Tripura Government has made it mandatory for all schools in the state to begin their daily morning assemblies with the full rendition of the National Song, 'Vande Mataram,' followed by the National Anthem, 'Jana Gana Mana.'

The decision was issued through a government order on Tuesday and has drawn widespread public attention across the state. The initiative has been welcomed by many citizens who view it as an effort to instil a stronger sense of national identity and civic responsibility among school children.

Chief Minister Manik Saha shared the government's objective in a social media post, stating that the decis...