Karnataka’s government issues new rules for educational tours by government colleges, limiting trips to a maximum of five days and requiring departmental approval for excursions. The order also bans students from taking selfies or recording reels during tour activities. Faculty members are expected to supervise students closely throughout the trip.
The policy includes additional conditions for higher-risk activities. Such activities can only proceed if certified experts are involved and if local safety clearances are obtained. Colleges must also share details of planned excursions with local police. Both outlets frame the move as a measure aimed at improving oversight and managing safety risks during student travel, while emphasizing the compliance steps colleges must follow for approvals and monitoring.
