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Government college hostels in the southern Indian state of Keralam will remain closed during the summer vacation declared by universities, according to a circular issued by the Department of Collegiate Education. The hostel closures are expected to take effect during April and May, barring exceptional circumstances such as university examinations, semester classes, or other urgent reasons.

The circular further states that if hostels need to function beyond the regular vacation period, the Principal must obtain prior permission from the Director of Collegiate Education. Students who require hostel accommodation for university examinations or semester classes must submit relevant documents, such as examination timetables or class schedules, when applying for permission.

In addition to closing the hostels, the circular emphasizes the importance of preventing unauthorized occupants from staying in these facilities. Wardens have been instructed to ensure that only admitted students residing in the designated hostel are present. If any unauthorised individuals or students from other institutions are found residing in the hostels, the warden must report the incident in writing to the Principal and take necessary actions to remove the intruders.

Failure to comply with these directives may result in legal action, as stated in the circular. The Department of Collegiate Education has stressed the need for strict adherence to these guidelines to maintain the integrity of the hostel system and ensure that government college hostels serve their intended purpose.