Punjab Bans Mobile Phone Use in Colleges

LAHORE: The Punjab Higher Education Department has enforced a ban on mobile phone use during classes in colleges across the province.

A directive issued through an official circular to college principals and directors mandates that both students and teachers must refrain from using mobile devices during lessons, as their usage is deemed disruptive to the teaching and learning process.

The decision aims to enhance classroom focus by minimizing distractions and ensuring an environment conducive to academic excellence. The department emphasized that strict compliance with this rule is expected, as the misuse of mobile phones has been a growing concern in educational institutions.

Colleges have been instructed to enforce the new regulation effectively, with potential disciplinary actions against those who fail to comply. This move aligns with broader efforts to improve educational standards and create a more structured learning atmosphere in Punjab’s colleges.

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz had previously approved the expansion of the Honhaar Scholarship program, extending financial assistance to students from Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) pursuing professional education in Punjab.