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Education
Gujarat schools mandate permission for all campus visitors
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🗓 23 Oct 2026, 11:16 AM
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State education authorities in Gujarat have announced that every visitor must obtain prior permission before entering school premises.
Gujarat's education department issued a directive that all schools across the state will require visitors to secure permission before stepping onto campus. The order, released on Monday, applies to teachers, parents, vendors and any other non‑student individuals who wish to enter school grounds.
Officials said the move aims to strengthen security and ensure the safety of students amid rising concerns about unauthorized access. Schools are instructed to set up a simple approval process, typically through a phone call or an online request, which must be cleared by the principal or designated staff before entry is granted.
The directive will take effect from the first week of the upcoming academic term, giving institutions a short window to update their entry protocols and inform parents and staff. No penalties were detailed, but schools are expected to enforce the rule consistently.
While the policy has been welcomed by many parents for its focus on safety, some school administrators expressed concerns about the additional administrative workload. The education department has promised to provide template forms and digital tools to streamline the process.
Officials said the move aims to strengthen security and ensure the safety of students amid rising concerns about unauthorized access. Schools are instructed to set up a simple approval process, typically through a phone call or an online request, which must be cleared by the principal or designated staff before entry is granted.
The directive will take effect from the first week of the upcoming academic term, giving institutions a short window to update their entry protocols and inform parents and staff. No penalties were detailed, but schools are expected to enforce the rule consistently.
While the policy has been welcomed by many parents for its focus on safety, some school administrators expressed concerns about the additional administrative workload. The education department has promised to provide template forms and digital tools to streamline the process.