Maharashtra has directed schools to keep student bags under 10% of body weight.
Maharashtra Mandates School Bag Weight Limit at 10% of Student Body Weight
On September 3, 2026, the Maharashtra government issued a directive requiring schools to ensure student backpacks do not exceed 10% of body weight.
Shweta Talpade
Sep 4, 2026
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Key Takeaways
- •School bags must weigh less than 10% of student weight
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