An iconic SoBo school has done away with its 132-year-old tradition of allowing only boys, and has welcomed girls as well. The change, which happened last year, brought 16 girls to Bharda New High School and the administration hopes many more will join in the new academic year.

Situated in the heart of South Mumbai, opposite the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, Bharda New High School & Junior College was established in January 1891 by Jalbhai Dorabji Bharda and Kaikobad Behramji Marzban.