Digital Goa, Mar 5- Directorate of Education has mandated that all students in government, aided, unaided, primary, secondary, higher secondary, and special schools wear canvas shoes as part of their uniforms. The initiative aims to reduce the environmental impact associated with leather and synthetic shoes, which involve harmful chemicals in their production. Canvas shoes are eco-friendly, durable, comfortable, and cost-effective, states the circular. Exceptions are allowed during the monsoon season, permitting appropriate rainwear, the circular adds.
