Coaching centres backing politically motivated protests in Andhra Pradesh to face action
The Andhra Pradesh government has warned private coaching centers against encouraging students to participate in politically motivated protests, threatening legal action for violations. Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu instructed officials to enforce regulations and advised students to focus on their careers.
Why it matters
This directive reflects government efforts to regulate educational institutions and control political activism, particularly among youth. It could impact freedom of assembly and expression, raising questions about the role of education in civic engagement.
Private coaching centres in Andhra Pradesh should not become platforms for political activities or protests, the State government said on Tuesday, directing officials to take action against institutions violating prescribed guidelines.
Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu reviewed the issue and instructed officials to take action against the coaching centres operating in violation of the Andhra Pradesh Coaching Institutions Regulation Rules, 2026 and the guidelines issued under G.O. No. 9.
According to the government, some private coaching institutes are allegedly pressurising the candidates preparing for competitive examinations and encouraging them to participate in protests for political purposes.
The government said such institutions were allegedly using candidates for their own interests.
The Chief Minister directed officials to take legal action if coaching centre operators induced candidates to participate in politically motivated protests or activities.
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