Punjab Government Bans Unethical Activities in Colleges–Higher Education Department’s Directive

Punjab Government Imposes Ban on Unethical Activities in Colleges:

The Directorate of Public Instructions (Colleges), Punjab, has issued a strict directive regarding unethical and vulgar activities in both public and private colleges. According to the latest government notification, the Higher Education Department (HED) has raised serious concerns over events such as funfairs and sports galas, where students and teachers were reportedly seen dancing to Indian songs on stage and in classrooms.

As per the notification, all Directors of Education (Colleges) have been instructed to ensure that such activities do not take place in educational institutions. Colleges serve as sacred places for learning and must uphold discipline and ethical values. Any violation of this directive will lead to strict disciplinary action against the Principal, Deputy Director, and Director of Education responsible for the institution.

This directive has been marked as MOST URGENT AND IMPORTANT, emphasizing the seriousness of the issue. Institutions are required to implement the order immediately.

DIRECTORATE OF PUBLIC
INSTRUCTIONS (COLLEGES), PUNJAB

NO. 54/PA-DPIC/T-25, DATED: 12.03.2025

ALL THE DIRECTORS OF EDUCATION (COLLEGES),
Lahore Division, Lahore

SUBJECT:             BAN ON UNETHICAL AND VULGAR ACTITIES IN THE PUBLIC AND PRIVATE COLLEGES

Apropos the subject cited.

2.                           The competent authority / Secretary Higher Education Department has shown great concern on funfair / sports gala and other activities taking place in Public and Private Colleges in which the students and teachers have been observed dancing on Indian songs on stage or in classes. The Educational Institutes are sacred places to impart quality education to the aspirant students. Such activities in the Educational Institutes must not take place.

3.                           You are, therefore, directed to issue directions to all the public and private colleges under your jurisdiction to refrain from such unethical activities in the Educational Institutes. In case of negligence, the concerned Principal, Deputy Director and Director of Education (Colleges) shall be held responsible and strict disciplinary shall be proposed against them

5.                           This must be treated as MOST URGENT AND IMPORTANT.

DIRECTOR PUBLIC INSTRUCTION,

(COLLEGES), PUNJAB

Ensuring Discipline and Ethical Standards in Educational Institutes:

The Punjab government’s ban on unethical activities in colleges aims to maintain educational integrity and discipline in public and private institutions. The notification strictly prohibits activities such as dancing on Indian songs and any form of unethical conduct within educational premises.

This step is part of a broader initiative to ensure that colleges remain dedicated to quality education and moral values. Authorities have been warned of strict action if any institution fails to comply with the directive. The Higher Education Department (HED) Punjab has made it clear that maintaining the decorum of educational institutes is a top priority.

For students, teachers, and administrators, it is crucial to adhere to these regulations and ensure that colleges focus on academic and extracurricular activities that promote positive learning. Stay updated with Vocal Pakistan for more official government notifications, education policies, and regulatory updates.

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