EduNe Bureau
Nagaon: Ramanujan Senior Secondary School in Nagaon has issued a directive prohibiting its students from using social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and non-academic WhatsApp groups, citing concerns over academic distraction and the spread of misinformation.
According to the school authorities, the decision was taken after observing that prolonged engagement with social media was eroding students’ ability to concentrate on studies and exposing them to unverified information. The directive is not limited to school premises but calls on students to stay away from social media entirely during their course of study.
Explaining the rationale behind the move, the school principal said, “Students today are encircled by likes, reels, and constant notifications. It is not just about distraction from studies—it is about losing the ability to think deeply, question properly, and build real understanding. We had to step in before the habit became irreversible.”
The decision has stirred discussion among parents and educators in the district. While many have welcomed it as a much-needed step to ensure students remain focused, others argue that instead of a complete ban, schools should teach digital literacy and responsible online behavior.
Education experts say the school’s concerns reflect a larger trend across India, where teachers and parents are increasingly worried about the impact of social media on young learners. Studies have linked excessive use to poor academic performance, sleep loss, anxiety, and reduced self-esteem. The rapid spread of misinformation online has also been flagged as a threat to healthy classroom learning.
With this directive, Ramanujan Senior Secondary School has become one of the few institutions in Assam to formally restrict students’ social media use, highlighting the growing urgency among educators to strike a balance between technology and education.
