Study finds Bengaluru students lose 53 days yearly to school commute

A study examining 42 schools in Bengaluru has found that approximately 40,000 students lose around 53 days annually to commuting. The research highlights the impact of lengthy travel times on students' available study hours and overall well-being.

The findings underscore growing concerns about urban school placement and infrastructure planning in the city. Long commute times can affect student attendance, concentration levels, and academic performance.

Education experts suggest the need for better school distribution across residential areas to reduce travel burden on students and improve learning outcomes.