Punjab Education Department Bans Social Media Use for Teachers

The Punjab School Education Department has issued new strict rules to the government teachers and government employees. The Punjab Education Department has imposed ban on the use of social media by school officials and teachers. This move is in line with efforts to maintain professionalism and adherence to the provincial government’s policies.

Official Notification Issued

A formal notification has been issued to all relevant education authorities, emphasizing the need to ensure full compliance with the new directive. This ban on social media use follows orders from the provincial government, aiming to regulate the online presence of educational staff.

Consequences of Violating Rules

The Education Department has warned that any violation of the Punjab Government Rules of 1966 will lead to serious disciplinary action. Teachers and school heads must adhere to the rules to avoid consequences, which could include penalties or other administrative actions.

Provincial Crackdown on Social Media Use

This is not the first instance of social media regulations being imposed on government officials. Authorities across various provinces have previously taken strict measures to limit the use of social media among officials, including the police officers.

Earlier today, Islamabad police officials were informed of a new social media policy, restricting them from sharing personal views or engaging with the public on social platforms without official approval.

Restrictions on Police Officers

As part of the newly approved social media policy for police officers, they are prohibited from the following social media activity:

Posting videos or photographs in uniform, inside government vehicles.
Do not record any videos or photos in governmental official offices for personal promotion.
Sharing any sensitive or official information online without prior approval from the relevant authorities.

These policies underscore the provincial and federal government’s determination to regulate the online activities of public officials to maintain a professional and secure environment in public service. The Education Department’s new directive for teachers follows a similar line of thinking, ensuring that personal online activities do not interfere with professional responsibilities.

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