The Jammu and Kashmir government has formally banned the education department from involving students or employees to participate in political rallies or events.
The move, announced by the School Education Department through a circular, comes in response to severe criticism following an earlier order issued by the Poonch Chief Education Officer.
“All officers, including Chief Education Officers, Zonal Education Officers, and heads of institutions, are instructed not to grant permission or issue directions for students or staff to participate in any political event or rally organised by any political party or organisation,” news agency PTI quoted the circular.
Education Minister Sakina Itoo said Chief Education Officers must ensure the strict follow-up of this policy by the district authorities. However, they should immediately submit such breach details to the District in-charge Director of School Education.
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