Whatever happened to the floating schools of Bangladesh?

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Published on September 5, 2026 • Originally reported by Ali Asif Shawon. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
Hosne Ara teaches a group of fourth graders, seated on benches inside the floating school

It was a light bulb moment: If monsoon rains keep kids from safely getting to school, let's create a floating school to pick them up! Bangladesh pioneered the idea. How's it doing?

(Image credit: Ali Asif Shawon for NPR)

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