Orders barring entry of outsiders into govt schools issued across Uttar Pradesh
The orders prohibit the entry of outsiders, including YouTubers, into schools for smooth functioning of teaching and learning activities
School authorities in Uttar Pradesh have taken steps to restrict entry to government-run primary and upper primary institutions by barring outsiders, including YouTubers, from entering. The orders aim to maintain a conducive environment for teaching and learning, coinciding with ongoing protests against inadequate school facilities.
In Unnao, students blocked traffic to protest poor food quality and a lack of drinking water. In Lucknow, a prolonged demonstration resulted from a shortage of teachers. District education officer Vishwanath Pratap Singh initiated the ban in April, accusing unauthorized individuals, presumed to be journalists, of entering schools, photographing children, and seeking information to damage the education department's reputation.
Singh instructed school officials to request identity cards from such individuals; if provided, no photographs of documents or departmental information should be shared. Other Uttar Pradesh officials have since issued similar orders. Agra's education officer cited examples of outsiders, including YouTubers, infiltrating schools, sharing content on social media, and disrupting activities.
Orders have been issued in Azamgarh, Ballia, Basti, Ambedkarnagar, Ayodhya, and Rajasthan has introduced guidelines restricting outsider entry and prohibiting photography/videography without permission. This follows a campaign by the Cockroach Janta Party, featuring protests against dilapidated school conditions and lack of basic amenities.
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