Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Thursday announced that students will be prohibited from using mobile phones in all government and private schools across the State, beginning March 1, 2026.
The Chief Minister said the decision has been taken as a step towards improving the academic environment and protecting students’ well-being. He made the announcement during the closing ceremony of the 69th National School Games Under-19 Girls Handball Tournament held at Ghumarwin in Bilaspur district.
Addressing the gathering, Mr. Sukhu said the State government is committed to provide world-class education that would enable local students to compete on a global stage.
“Under the new regulations, students will no longer be permitted to bring mobile devices in the school premises,” he said, adding that any student found in possession of a phone would face a fine of ₹500 and the confiscation of the device.
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