A significant meeting of principals from all primary, middle, and higher secondary schools in Naokothi block, Begusarai district, was held on Friday at the BRC building. Block Education Officer (BEO) Megha Verma chaired the meeting, emphasizing the systematic operation of schools, providing quality education to children, and the effective implementation of government educational schemes.

BEO Verma instructed principals to compulsorily register every enrolled student's name on the UDISE portal. She also directed them to submit utilization certificates for funds spent under the Samagra Shiksha Vikas scheme on time, provide all reports to the office within the stipulated timeframe, and keep leave details of headmasters and assistant teachers updated on the e-Shiksha Kosh portal. Furthermore, instructions were given for timely verification of post-matric scholarship applications and for updating all records, including cash books, limit registers, and stock registers, related to the financial year 2025-26.

Mid-Day Meal (MDM) in-charge Ruchita Kumari instructed special attention to food quality and hygiene, considering the rainy season. She advised against using okra, brinjal, and leafy vegetables in meals during this season. Emphasis was also placed on ensuring regular cleaning of the kitchen and its surroundings. Directives were also given to develop nutrition gardens in every school. Kumari informed that children who do not eat eggs on Friday would be provided fruits of equivalent value. Several principals and other teachers attended the meeting.