University Grants Commission vide circular dated 11th September, 2024 has mandated effective implementation of the Tabacco- Free Educational Institutions (ToFEI) manual and guidelines. The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India released the revised Tobacco-Free Educational Institutions (ToFEI) guidelines in 2019 which includes creating awareness about harmful effects and long term health impact of tobacco use amongst the students, teachers, workers and officials in educational institutions, create awareness about available tobacco cessation services and method to quit, ensure better implementation legal provisions regarding sale and use of tobacco products, especially those related to educational institutions, public places, statutory warnings and minors access to tobacco and to ensure a healthy and tobacco free environment in all educational institutions in the country.
All Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) are required to adhere to the guidelines aimed at ensuring that their campuses are free from the use of tobacco, electronic cigarettes, and other addictive substances.
