India, Dec. 18 -- The Gautam Budh Nagar district administration has moved to tighten norms of coaching centres, hostels and higher education institutions, officials said on Wednesday.

Officials said warnings have been issued that non-compliance with prescribed norms could invite punitive action, including suspension of registrations.

According to officials, the move comes amid growing concerns from students' prolonged study hours, intense coaching schedules and high-stakes entrance exam preparation, which have increasingly left students with little time for rest or extracurricular activities. Regular testing, performance pressure and limited access to counselling services have further contributed to mental fatigue among students, partic...