Bihar Schools to Incorporate National Song 'Vande Mataram' in Morning Assemblies

In a significant move, the Bihar government has mandated that all government schools incorporate the national song 'Vande Mataram' into their morning assemblies. This directive aims to standardize the observance of the national anthem across educational institutions and during official events. The government has also stressed the importance of standing respectfully during the anthem, with strict measures against any form of disrespect. The heads of institutions are responsible for ensuring compliance with these new guidelines, which are part of a broader initiative to reinforce national symbols in public life. Read on to learn more about the implications of this directive.

By Narendra Chaudhary Mar 28, 2026, 17:31 IST

Implementation of New Guidelines in Bihar Schools

In accordance with directives from the central government, all government schools in Bihar will now include the national song 'Vande Mataram' during their morning assemblies. The Cabinet Secretariat has instructed senior officials, including additional chief secretaries, divisional commissioners, and district magistrates, to ensure the implementation of this directive across all institutions. According to the new guidelines, singing 'Vande Mataram' at least once a week during morning prayer assemblies is mandatory.

Mandatory Singing of 'Vande Mataram' at Official Events

The song will also be required to be sung during national festivals, government events, and other official occasions. Officials have stated that this initiative aims to standardize the observance of the national anthem in educational and public institutions. The government has emphasized that individuals must stand respectfully when the national anthem is played, warning that any form of negligence or disrespect will be taken seriously.

Responsibility for Compliance

The responsibility for ensuring compliance has been assigned to the heads of institutions, who are tasked with monitoring adherence to the directive. However, the order clarifies that there is no requirement to stand during the national anthem when it is played in films or news broadcasts. This directive is part of a broader effort to reinforce formal practices associated with national symbols in public institutions.