Bhubaneswar, 21 April (H.S.): In a move to ensure continuity in education during the summer vacation, the Odisha School Education Programme Authority has announced the rollout of a Summer Learning Programme for students from Shishu Vatika to Class VIII.

The initiative aims to provide structured learning support through digital means, with content being delivered via WhatsApp. The programme will offer a combination of practice assignments and audiovisual materials, enabling students to stay academically engaged while at home during the break.

Under the programme, class-wise and subject-specific assignment sheets will be shared directly with students through WhatsApp groups managed by parents. The content will be designed to reinforce learning through both written exercises and interactive audio-visual resources.

Officials across districts have been informed about the initiative, and necessary guidelines have already been communicated to ensure smooth implementation at the ground level.

To operationalise the programme, OSEPA has directed all government schools to create grade-wise WhatsApp groups for students. These groups must be formed by April 25, 2026, following a standard naming convention that includes the class name and UDISE code.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Monalisa Panda