Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan have mandated daily newspaper reading in schools, a move welcomed by educators who believe it can enhance literacy, critical thinking, and cognitive skills. Experts suggest newspapers' focus on current events and diverse topics encourage beneficial skim-and-scan reading strategies, contrasting with intensive textbook study. This initiative aligns with a broader national movement, India Reads, aimed at fostering reading habits beyond academic texts amidst concerns about declining print engagement.