CJP ‘School Theek Karo’ Campaign Gets Setback| SC Refuses Plea on Recording Rules | Dr. Manish Kumar

The Supreme Court of India has declined to entertain a petition challenging the strict regulations imposed on outsiders entering government schools in Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh. These rules prohibit unauthorized individuals from conducting photography, videography, interviews, or audio recordings inside school premises. The petition was filed in connection with the Citizens for Justice and Peace (CJP) initiative known as the 'School Theek Karo' campaign, which aims to highlight infrastructural and operational issues within the public education system. By refusing to interfere with the state government guidelines, the apex court has effectively upheld the restrictions currently placed on external media and activists seeking to document school conditions. Legal experts and campaigners note this decision is a notable hurdle for transparency efforts, while authorities maintain the regulations protect student privacy and ensure uninterrupted academic environments in government-run educational institutions across both states.