U.P. Governor mandates uniform for students in all State colleges, universities

Key points

• Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel on Thursday (May 21, 2026) mandated uniforms for all universities and colleges in the State.
• Patel, the Chancellor of all State universities, issued the direction on Wednesday (May 20, 2026) at a meeting in Jan Bhavan.
• No official order has been issued yet in this direction however.
• Finance Minister Suresh Kumar Khanna welcomed the move, saying, "Discipline measures being implemented by her in universities are in the interest of students." According to a statement, the Governor also issued strict instructions to teachers, saying no teacher should indulge in any act that harms the dignity and stature of the profession.
• She stressed the need for the holistic development of students and directed teachers to attend classes on time and ensure the regular attendance of students.