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Basic military training for students from class 1, says Maharashtra Education Minister Dada Bhuse

Bhuse has proposed that retired soldiers teach students, fostering a love for the country, encouraging regular physical exercise and discipline.

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Mumbai: Basic military training will be imparted to students from Class 1 in Maharashtra in a move to instill a sense of patriotism, discipline and promote the habit of regular physical exercise, state School Education Minister Dada Bhuse has said.

Retired soldiers will be roped in for training the pupils, he said.

“A decision has been taken to give basic level military training to students from Class 1. This will help inculcate love for the country, encourage habits like doing physical exercise regularly and discipline that will benefit the students,” Bhuse said.

Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has responded positively to the proposal, he noted.

To implement the proposal, help of 2.5 lakh ex-servicemen will be taken along with sports teachers, National Cadet Corps (NCC), Scouts and Guides, the Shiv Sena minister added. PTI PR RSY GK

This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.


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