Tamil Nadu Bans Political and Communal Activities in Private Schools

The Tamil Nadu government has amended the Tamil Nadu Private Schools (Regulation) Rules, 2023, to prohibit private schools from hosting political, ideological, communal, or divisive activities on their premises at any time. The rules restrict external persons or organizations from conducting such events, aiming to maintain schools as neutral academic spaces. Non-political, non-sectarian activities like cultural events or social service programs may be allowed with prior permission and supervision. This policy follows controversies involving private schools hosting external camps.