BAHAWALPUR: Islamia University Bahawalpur has banned the use of TikTok and other social media applications within the university premises following complaints about videos being recorded and uploaded online without female students’ consent.
The university’s Directorate of Student Affairs has issued a notification prohibiting the use of TikTok, SnackVideo and other social media applications on campus.
According to the notification, the decision was taken to protect female students’ privacy and dignity after complaints were received about individuals recording their videos without permission and uploading them to social media platforms.
The university has warned that cases involving the creation or circulation of obscene content through these applications will be referred to its disciplinary committee.
Violators will face disciplinary action under the university’s rules, the notification stated.
The administration said the measure aims to safeguard students’ privacy and ensure a safe and respectful environment within the university premises.
