The Bihar Education Department has issued a directive declaring Saturdays as half-days for all government schools across the state. This decision has been met with enthusiasm from both teachers and students, particularly in the Rajauli block of Nawada district. Teachers, especially those newly selected through BPSC and those commuting from distant areas, have expressed significant happiness. They believe this will provide them with more time to spend with their families and offer much-needed mental and physical rest, enabling them to perform better in their teaching duties during the following week.

Teachers have hailed this move as a commendable effort by the government. Rajauli block's teacher leader, Ajit Kumar, thanked the Education Department and the state government, stating that a half-day on Saturdays was essential for both students and teachers. Alongside this decision, he also raised the pending demand for teacher promotions, urging the government to grant promotion rights to special and appointed teachers without delay. Kumar emphasized that a positive and motivated teaching staff is crucial for building a better future. Teachers are hopeful that the government will soon address their other pending demands, which they believe will not only bring them relief but also improve student attendance and the quality of education. In-charge BEO Rakesh Kumar confirmed that the departmental order has been received, and accordingly, Saturdays have been declared half-days in government schools.