BJP President Requests Change of CBSE Exam Date Due to Attukal Pongal Festival
BJP leader Rajeev Chandrasekhar urges the government to reschedule the CBSE Class 10 science exam on February 22, 2027, to avoid conflict with Attukal Pongal.
Thiruvananthapuram, November 13 (Daily Kiran) : The BJP president of Kerala, Rajeev Chandrasekhar, has formally requested the central government to change the date of the CBSE Class 10 science exam, scheduled for February 22, 2027. This date coincides with the renowned Attukal Pongal festival, celebrated in the state capital, Thiruvananthapuram.
In a letter addressed to Union Education Minister Prakash Javadekar, Chandrasekhar highlighted the significant challenges that such a large public examination would pose for students, parents, and school administrations during the festival.
Attukal Pongal is one of the largest religious events for women, attracting millions of devotees to Thiruvananthapuram each year. Women from various parts of Kerala and neighboring states travel to participate in this annual ritual.
Given the expected influx of visitors, local authorities must implement extensive arrangements, including traffic restrictions, road closures, and route diversions. Public transportation and other civic services are also specially organized for the festival.
On this day, the city observes a local holiday, making it particularly difficult for students to reach their exam centers on time, especially those coming from different areas or outskirts. The logistical challenges could also impact school buses and staff involved in exam arrangements.
Chandrasekhar noted that numerous parents, students, and school management representatives have approached him to express their concerns about the conflicting dates. He emphasized that students should not face unnecessary difficulties and mental stress during such a critical public examination.
He reiterated the importance of ensuring smooth academic operations and student welfare. Consequently, he urged the central minister to direct the CBSE to reschedule the science exam for a later, more suitable date.
This request comes ahead of the detailed arrangements expected for the 2027 Pongal festival, which is anticipated to draw a large number of devotees to Thiruvananthapuram.
