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Court Demands Tobacco Ban in Schools
12 Jun
Summary
- Court seeks strict tobacco-free guidelines implementation in schools.
- Plea requests child tobacco cessation centers in all districts.
- Tobacco products are easily available near educational institutions.
The Madras High Court has called upon the central and state governments to enforce tobacco-free educational institution guidelines rigorously. This action stems from a public interest litigation filed by an advocate, highlighting the concerning accessibility of tobacco products near schools. The petitioner emphasized that despite bans, items like khaini remain easily available.
A previous court directive in 2024 had called for the creation of child tobacco cessation centers in all districts, staffed by experts to counsel addicted children. The court also mandated a two-member tobacco monitoring committee in schools to inspect premises and report any violations. These measures aim to protect students from tobacco use and its associated health risks.
