Dress Code to be made mandatory in all state colleges and universities, says UP government

Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel on Thursday (May 21, 2026) ordered uniforms for all universities and colleges in the state. | Photo credit: H. Vibhu

The Uttar Pradesh government on Thursday (May 21, 2026) informed that dress code will be made mandatory in universities and colleges to enhance quality, discipline and social harmony in the education system.

“As per Governor Anandiben Patel’s directives, adherence to dress code will be made mandatory in all universities and colleges across the state. Wherever possible, a uniform dress code will be implemented in every educational institution to promote a sense of equality and discipline among students,” said state higher education minister Yogendra Upadhyay.

The government added that the introduction of a dress code will help effectively deal with such situations and ensure that all students can study in an equal environment. “The student community is essentially a homogenous group where no form of discrimination or social hierarchy should be seen. Differences in clothing often reflect social and economic inequalities that can create feelings of inferiority in some students and superiority in others,” Mr Upadhyay said.

The minister added that the government’s aim is not only to increase academic quality, but also to create a positive, disciplined and value-based atmosphere in educational institutions. The dress code will not only symbolize discipline but will also serve as a means to strengthen social harmony and the spirit of equal opportunity. This will help students to focus more on education and personality development,” the official statement added.

Mr. Upadhyay, the Minister added that the State Government is constantly taking reform measures to provide a modern and disciplined academic environment to the colleges. “Once the new system is implemented, universities and colleges will develop a more unified and improved academic culture that will provide a solid foundation for the goals of Viksit Uttar Pradesh and Viksit Bharat,” he said.

Published – 21 May 2026 16:23 IST