To develop greater consciousness about hygiene and cleanliness from a young age, the Delhi government on Wednesday announced that it will be developing a ‘cleanliness curriculum’ for students.
The idea comes close on the heels of the ‘happiness curriculum’ launched by the Delhi government in its schools.
Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia said that the government has sought suggestions from teachers and principals of government, as well as private, schools in the Capital to prepare the ‘cleanliness curriculum’
“While students are contributors of garbage in schools they have no role in cleaning it or maintaining the cleanliness. We want that students should develop these habits and take responsibility of cleanliness in schools,” Mr. Sisodia said, who is also the city’s Education Minister.
‘Sense of belonging’
He added that in many countries, students are responsible for mopping their classes, dusting the desks and watering plants.
“Students should have a sense of belongingness for their classrooms and school,” said Mr. Sisodia.
“The cleanliness curriculum will be activity based. There will be no book, and no separate period will be allocated,” said Mr. Sisodia.
