Jammu‑Kashmir Education Ministry Reviews Proposal for Five‑Day Academic Week

The education ministry of the union territory has taken up the suggestion to shift schools to a five‑day academic schedule. Officials confirmed that the recommendation, submitted by the state’s education directorate, is under detailed examination. Stakeholders, including religious leaders and parents, have voiced support for an arrangement that balances classroom time with personal development. Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, a prominent religious figure, welcomed the move and reminded policymakers that children thrive when education integrates mental health, recreation and family interaction. The ministry plans to release a formal response in the coming weeks, indicating how the new timetable could be implemented across government and private schools.