PRAYAGRAJ, April 8 -- : The Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad (UP Board) has launched a strict drive against unrecognised schools and unauthorised private coaching centres across the state. As per official directives, a 12-day intensive inspection drive will be conducted until April 18 to identify and take action against institutions operating without proper approval, officials shared.

According to orders issued by UP Board secretary Bhagwati Singh, district-level teams led by the District Inspector of Schools (DIoSs) and Basic Shiksha Adhikari (BSAs) will carry out inspections.

Institutions found violating norms will face stringent legal action, officials said.

The Board noted that multiple complaints have been received from va...