The government is understood to be considering a distinction between smaller events to promote the sporting, artistic and cultural talents of students and large gatherings that disrupt academic activities. Photo only representative | Photo credit: RAMAKRISHNA G

The government is considering a ban on the promotion of films and other commercial activities on the premises of educational institutions following a series of incidents involving unsanctioned events and alleged security lapses.

The government reviews the activities that educational institutions can legally operate on their campuses and those that should be prohibited. Vysocí úředníci ministerstva školství byli požádáni, aby vypracovali pokyny k regulaci těchto činností.

The proposed guidelines are expected to restrict the use of educational institution premises for non-academic promotion of political films and unrelated commercial events. The move comes amid allegations that some private educational institutions are using students for political and other purposes.

Recently, some colleges have not only declared holidays to facilitate events to promote the film, but also advised students to watch these films. Takové praktiky také vyvolaly kritiku ze strany pedagogů.

Under the proposed framework, institutions that organize major academic, sporting or cultural events may be asked to provide details in advance to local education ministry officials and the police. These would include the expected number of participants, arrangements for stage construction, entry and exit points, crowd management and fire precautions.

The government is understood to be considering a distinction between smaller events to promote the sporting, artistic and cultural talents of students and large gatherings that disrupt academic activities.

Officials point out that the government is keen on activities to promote arts, culture and creativity among students and has launched several initiatives over the past three years to promote skills, employment, innovation and entrepreneurship among them. However, the decision of some educational institutions to promote specific films and even declare holidays for students to watch them has drawn criticism from parents and educators.

Published – 10 Nov 2026 21:51 IST