The Government of West Bengal has made the singing of “Vande Mataram” compulsory in all State-aided madrasas.
- The order was issued by the State's Directorate of Madrasa Education.
- Students must sing “Vande Mataram” before classes begin.
- It is to be sung along with the National Anthem, “Jana Gana Mana”.
“Vande Mataram” is India's National Song, while “Jana Gana Mana” is the National Anthem; the order applies only to madrasas that receive State aid.