In a major move to ensure student safety and improve regulatory oversight, the Uttar Pradesh government has launched a statewide drive against illegal coaching institutes and those violating safety norms. The initiative aims to create a safe, transparent, and quality educational environment by enforcing stricter compliance with the Uttar Pradesh Coaching Regulation Act, 2002.
Higher Education Minister Yogendra Upadhyay stated that all district magistrates have been directed to conduct a comprehensive survey of coaching institutes operating in their respective districts. “A detailed list is being prepared, and strict action is being taken against institutions that are not registered under the Act,” he said.
The minister added that even registered institutes are undergoing rigorous inspections to ensure adherence to safety standards. These checks include building infrastructure, fire safety systems, electrical arrangements, and other essential facilities. “Any kind of irregularity or negligence will not be tolerated,” he emphasised.
District administrations have intensified enforcement drives, identifying unregistered coaching centres and ensuring compliance with legal provisions. Regular inspections are also being conducted to assess student safety, availability of basic facilities, and administrative preparedness.
The crackdown gained momentum on Tuesday, with multiple districts taking action against erring institutions.
In Prayagraj, four coaching institutes, including Khan Global Studies, were sealed for allegedly failing to meet prescribed standards. Officials indicated that around 50 more institutes had been shortlisted for similar action.
In Kanpur, joint inspections by the Kanpur Development Authority and the fire department led to the sealing of over 30 coaching centres in Kakadeo, the city’s largest educational hub. Most violations involved the illegal conversion of basements — approved solely for parking — into overcrowded classrooms.
Police Commissioner Raghubir Lal said the city has intensified its “Safe Institutions, Safe Kanpur” campaign to enforce fire and public safety regulations.
Similar actions were reported across several districts. In Deoria, a coaching centre was sealed for lacking fire extinguishing equipment, while two libraries were issued warnings. In Jaunpur, surprise inspections revealed deficiencies in fire safety measures and emergency evacuation systems, prompting notices to multiple institutions.
In Mau, inspections uncovered serious lapses in fire preparedness at various establishments, including coaching centres. During a mock drill, officials found that staff at one location took nearly an hour to open an emergency exit.
Authorities in Moradabad and Amroha also launched drives against institutions operating without mandatory fire safety clearances, identifying several centres lacking valid fire no-objection certificates (NOCs).
In Etah, officials raised concerns over hundreds of coaching centres and digital libraries operating in multi-storey buildings and basements without adequate safety measures. Meanwhile, in Mathura, six coaching centres and four libraries were sealed for non-compliance.
Inspection drives have also been carried out in Varanasi, Meerut, Mirzapur, and other districts. Authorities have warned that strict action—including sealing of premises, disconnection of utilities, and legal prosecution—will be taken against violators.
The intensified crackdown follows a recent fire tragedy in Lucknow, prompting the state government to undertake a broader review of illegal constructions and unsafe establishments, including coaching centres, hotels, hospitals, and gyms operating in basements and multi-storey buildings.
Officials stated that the drive will continue in the coming weeks to ensure strict enforcement of safety norms and regulatory compliance across the state.
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