KARACHI (Kashmir English): The Sindh government Tuesday banned photography in all government girls’ colleges, citing concerns over the misuse of images of female teachers and students.
In a notification, the Sindh College Education Department noted that it received complaints regarding photographs of female students and students being taken without permission, which were later misused on social media.
The College Education Karachi Region director said that taking and sharing photographs without consent on social media platforms such as Facebook, and WhatsApp will be treated as a punishable offence.
He noted that such an act constituted a clear violation of applicable laws as well as social and religious values.
Unauthorised photography strictly prohibited
The director stated that unauthorised photography in all women’s colleges was strictly prohibited, and any violation would invite disciplinary action, in addition to legal proceedings under relevant laws.
The College Education Department also directed all institution heads to ensure strict compliance with the advisory.
The department warned that in case of any violation, the concerned principal and staff of the institution will be held responsible and subjected to disciplinary action.
