Sat Feb 01 21:01:17 IST 2025: ## Puducherry Bans After-Hours and Weekend Classes for Private Schools
**Puducherry, February 1, 2025** – The Puducherry Education Department has issued a strict order prohibiting private schools from holding classes beyond 6 PM on weekdays and any classes on weekends or public holidays. The directive, issued by Director of School Education P. Priyatarshny, follows reports of schools exceeding permissible hours and engaging students during non-school days.
The order emphasizes the negative impact of such practices on students’ well-being, stating that excessive workloads deprive children of adequate rest, recreation, and holistic development. Schools are mandated to inform staff, parents, and students of the new guidelines, ensuring strict compliance.
The department plans to implement a monitoring mechanism, including the formation of special teams, to ensure adherence to the new rules. Director Priyatarshny stressed the importance of the order in safeguarding students’ well-being and upholding educational regulations.
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