Uttar Pradesh governor bans non-veg food in KGMU hostel messes from July 15

Uttar Pradesh governor bans non-veg food in KGMU hostel messes from July 15

Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel, also the chancellor of state universities, ordered King George’s Medical University (KGMU) in Lucknow to halt non-vegetarian food service in all 18 hostel messes starting July 15, 2026. The directive followed her campus visit, where she raised concerns about hygiene and food preparation standards. Nearly 7,000 students residing in KGMU hostels are directly impacted by the ban. Patel’s office stated the decision aims to address health and sanitation issues in hostel facilities. The university administration confirmed compliance with the order but did not specify a timeline for potential review.