The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has issued a strong warning regarding the increasing incidents of drug use and supply in educational institutions. Justice Inam Amin Minhas stated that if any drug-related activity is found within a school, college, or university, the respective principal or head will be held directly accountable.
During the court proceedings, Justice Minhas expressed serious concern over the growing presence of narcotics on campuses, calling it a threat to students’ futures and public safety. He emphasized that educational institutions are meant to be safe learning environments, not places where such harmful substances are distributed.
The court made it clear that strict action will be taken against anyone facilitating or turning a blind eye to the sale or use of drugs in institutions. Justice Minhas stressed that accountability starts from the top, and principals have a legal as well as moral duty to maintain discipline and safety within their campuses.
The IHC’s warning comes amid reports of rising drug cases among students in several cities. Authorities have been urged to strengthen surveillance and implement awareness programs to curb this growing menace. Educational departments have also been directed to coordinate with law enforcement agencies to identify and eliminate such illegal networks.
Officials believe that consistent monitoring and community cooperation are key to ending the spread of drugs in schools and universities. The IHC further noted that failure to take preventive measures will lead to disciplinary and criminal action against negligent administrators.
Meanwhile, the government continues its focus on improving educational standards and ensuring student welfare. In a related development, BISE Rawalpindi Announced The 11th Class Result 2025, highlighting the ongoing commitment to academic excellence despite challenges faced by institutions.
Legal experts praised the IHC’s firm stance, calling it a necessary step to protect youth from addiction and criminal influences. They suggested that this ruling will encourage school administrations to adopt stricter policies against substance abuse and to ensure a drug-free learning environment.
The Islamabad High Court’s warning serves as a clear reminder that accountability will extend beyond offenders to those responsible for maintaining institutional discipline. The move is expected to push educational institutions to take stronger preventive actions and work more closely with authorities to safeguard students’ futures.
