Vande Mataram made compulsory in Bengal schools, madrasas
Order mandates singing of national song in all educational institutions, sparking political debate
By Staff Writer
23 May 2026
The West Bengal government has made singing Vande Mataram compulsory in all schools and madrasas. The decision has triggered political reactions, with supporters backing the move as cultural unity, while critics raise concerns over its implementation in minority-run institutions.
