U.P. Governor mandates uniform for students in all State colleges, universities
Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel has mandated uniforms for all state universities and colleges. She emphasized the need for discipline and holistic development among students while directing teachers to improve attendance and teaching standards. The Governor also called for the introduction of vocational courses and better infrastructure in educational institutions.
- ▪Governor Anandiben Patel mandated uniforms for all universities and colleges in Uttar Pradesh.
- ▪She instructed teachers to focus on student attendance and improve the dignity of the teaching profession.
- ▪The Governor emphasized the introduction of vocational courses to enhance employability for female students.
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Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel on Thursday (May 21, 2026) mandated uniforms for all universities and colleges in the State.Ms. Patel, the Chancellor of all State universities, issued the direction on Wednesday (May 20, 2026) at a meeting in Jan Bhavan.No official order has been issued yet in this direction however. Uniform mandatory for PU students in KarnatakaFinance Minister Suresh Kumar Khanna welcomed the move, saying, "Discipline measures being implemented by her in universities are in the interest of students." According to a statement, the Governor also issued strict instructions to teachers, saying no teacher should indulge in any act that harms the dignity and stature of the profession.She stressed the need for the holistic development of students and directed teachers to…
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