Physical Education curriculum introduced for schools in Tamil Nadu

salem: in a significant move aimed at fostering sports culture and nurturing athletic talent, the tamil nadu school education department has released a structured physical education curriculum for students from class vi to class xii.until now, the absence of a formal curriculum had left physical education teachers across the state to rely on their personal knowledge and experience to conduct classes. despite a comprehensive syllabus revision in 2017, physical education had remained without a standardized framework.addressing this gap, the department has introduced a 184-page curriculum guide covering key areas such as body literacy, sports education, and safety education. the document outlines age-appropriate physical activities and teaching methods, along with rules and safety protocols to be followed during sports and games.officials said the initiative aims to streamline physical education in schools and identify and groom students with potential to compete at state, national and international levels.