The University of Karachi has prohibited its teaching and non-teaching staff from sharing university-related information and official documents on social media without prior approval. The administration has warned that employees who violate the directive may face disciplinary action under applicable government rules.
Registrar Dr Imran Ahmed Siddiqui issued the notification after the university administration noticed official correspondence circulating in social media groups without authorisation. The documents reportedly included office orders concerning employee transfers, postings, additional charges and suspensions.
Under the new directive, all employees must obtain permission from the competent authority before uploading or forwarding official information on social media platforms. They are also prohibited from sharing such material with unauthorised individuals.
University Warns of Disciplinary Action
The administration has instructed employees to follow the new rules strictly and avoid circulating official records without approval. It has also warned that violations will be treated seriously and could result in disciplinary proceedings.
The notification specifically refers to Rule 18 of the Government Servants (Conduct) Rules, 1964, which may apply to employees who breach the instructions. The university has emphasised that staff members must follow the established procedures when handling official information.
Moreover, the directive aims to ensure that sensitive administrative correspondence does not circulate publicly without authorisation. The restriction covers both teaching and non-teaching employees across the institution.
Official Information to Be Shared Through Approved Channels
The university has clarified that information intended for public release must be shared through its official social media accounts or other authorised communication channels. This approach is intended to centralise public communication and prevent unauthorised disclosure of institutional documents.
The development comes days after a meeting of vice-chancellors of public-sector universities in Sindh, chaired by the provincial chief secretary. During that meeting, a university head reportedly proposed reviewing the Right of Access to Information Act, but the suggestion was not taken up.
The latest directive reinforces the administration’s position that official university information must be handled responsibly and released only through approved channels.
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