Government Schemes and Policy · 29 August 2026

Bihar Vidya Saathi App Launched to Benefit 3 Lakh Students

Exam-focused facts from the 29 August 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

  • Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary launched the 'Bihar Vidya Saathi' app for 700 Saraswati Vidya Niketan Model Schools across 38 districts.
  • The app will directly benefit approximately 3 lakh students.
  • It provides 24x7 access to live teachers for students from Classes 9 to 12.
  • 75,000 teachers will provide personalised academic support to students.
  • Digital study material will be made available for all subjects for Class 9 and 10 students.
  • For Class 11 and 12 Science stream students, live tutor support and digital study materials for Bihar Board, JEE, and NEET preparation will be provided.
  • The platform uses modern AI tools to improve concept learning and offers unlimited study and practice facilities.