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Census work delays West Bengal HS and Madhyamik exams
✍️ The Indian Express
🗓 04 Nov 2026, 03:46 PM
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West Bengal school board examinations for Madhyamik and Higher Secondary classes have been postponed due to the central government's Census operations.
The West Bengal school examination boards have announced a change in the schedule for the Madhyamik and Higher Secondary (HS) examinations. The decision to postpone these dates comes in direct response to the central government's ongoing Census exercise in the state.
Authorities have stated that the presence of census enumerators and the logistical requirements of the national data collection drive necessitate a shift in the academic calendar. This move ensures that the critical demographic survey is not hindered by the mass mobilization of students and school staff during exam periods.
The state education department has aligned its timeline with the central directives to facilitate smooth coordination. Students and parents in West Bengal are advised to refer to the updated schedules released by the respective boards for the new examination dates.
This adjustment highlights the priority given to the Census operations, which are essential for accurate demographic planning and resource allocation across the country.
Authorities have stated that the presence of census enumerators and the logistical requirements of the national data collection drive necessitate a shift in the academic calendar. This move ensures that the critical demographic survey is not hindered by the mass mobilization of students and school staff during exam periods.
The state education department has aligned its timeline with the central directives to facilitate smooth coordination. Students and parents in West Bengal are advised to refer to the updated schedules released by the respective boards for the new examination dates.
This adjustment highlights the priority given to the Census operations, which are essential for accurate demographic planning and resource allocation across the country.