South Goa’s 25 Schools Declared Tobacco-Free, Salcete Leads With 18

South Goa’s 25 Schools Declared Tobacco-Free, Salcete Leads With 18

MARGAO: In a major push for healthy campuses, 25 schools in South Goa have been declared as Tobacco-Free Educational Institutions (ToFEI).The District Tobacco Control Cell, South Goa, conducted comprehensive inspections across schools and awarded ToFEI certificates to institutions that met all compliance norms for a tobacco-free environment.

The certification recognises the schools’ commitment to protecting students from tobacco exposure and promoting a healthy learning environment.

Taluka-wise, Salcete led the chart:Salcete topped the list with 18 schools certified as tobacco-free, followed by Mormugao with 3 schools and Ponda with 3 schools. One school from Dharbandora also made it to the list.Officials said the initiative is aimed at creating awareness among students and ensuring educational institutions remain completely free from tobacco use and advertisement.