Himachal Schools Ban Mobile Phones: Fines, Suspension for Violators from March 1

• Himachal Pradesh government has banned students from bringing mobile phones and other gadgets to government schools, effective March 1.
• The ban extends to smartwatches, headphones, tablets, iPads, music players, handheld gaming devices, and recording gadgets.
• Violators will face a Rs 500 fine, mobile confiscation, parental counseling, and potential suspension for repeated offenses.
• Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu emphasized the move aims to improve student concentration and quality education.
• The government also plans to promote sports, build sports grounds, and support sports tourism in the state.