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Himachal bans mobile phones by students in all schools from March 1

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Himachal Bans Mobile Phones By Students In All Schools From March 1

By IANS News February 05, 2026 • 19:22 PM View: 158

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder: In a significant move to enhance the academic environment, Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Sukhu on Thursday announced a ban on the use of mobile phones by students in all government and private schools in the state from March 1

If a student is found in possession of a mobile phone, he/she will face a fine of Rs 500 and the confiscation of the device.

It will be mandatory for parents to attend school counselling sessions, the CM added.

TAGS Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder National School Games Under Girls Handball Tournament Chief Minister Chief Minister Education Department CM Sukhu Asian Games National Handball Championship National School Games

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