India, Sept. 16 -- The Telangana Board of Intermediate Education (TGBIE) has asked all junior colleges in the state to hold sports, yoga, meditation and practical lab sessions at least once a week. The directive follows Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy's call to focus on the overall development and mental health of students.

During a meeting with managements of private and corporate junior colleges, Board Secretary Krishna Aditya, IAS, said the two-year Intermediate course is a key stage in a student's life and should include activities that support both academics and personal growth. As per a press release issued by the board, the secretary further stressed that regular physical activity, meditation and hands-on learning will help reduce...