MUSTABU Programme – Daily Hygiene & Discipline for AP Schools
The MUSTABU Programme is a Government of Andhra Pradesh initiative aimed at strengthening daily hygiene practices, discipline, and healthy behaviour among students in schools and hostels.
About MUSTABU Programme
MUSTABU – Daily Hygiene & Discipline Programme has been adopted across Andhra Pradesh as part of the Swarna Andhra – Swachha Andhra vision. The programme integrates hygiene routines into the school day, ensuring children develop lifelong healthy habits.
Key Objectives
- Promote daily personal hygiene among students
- Reduce hygiene-related and communicable diseases
- Improve attendance, focus, and learning outcomes
- Develop discipline, responsibility, and leadership
- Create clean, safe, and inclusive school environments
Core Components
Daily Hygiene Practices
Students are guided to maintain clean uniforms, trimmed nails, neat hair, clean face and ears, and regular handwashing with soap, especially before meals and after toilet use.
MUSTABU Corner
Each classroom or hostel wing is required to maintain a MUSTABU Corner with hygiene charts, handwashing steps, soap availability, mirrors (where feasible), and weekly hygiene checklists.
Roles & Implementation
Teachers, wardens, student hygiene leaders, and headmasters collectively ensure daily monitoring, weekly activities, and consistent reporting. District officials oversee compliance and integration with WASH in Schools initiatives.
Expected Outcomes
- Improved student health and reduced absenteeism
- Better discipline and classroom engagement
- Long-term behavioural change among children
- Healthier school and hostel ecosystems
Disclaimer
This content is published for informational and educational purposes only. We are not affiliated with any government authority. Readers should always refer to official notifications and guidelines issued by the Government of Andhra Pradesh for final decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is MUSTABU mandatory for all schools in Andhra Pradesh?
Yes. MUSTABU is mandatory for all government and government-aided schools and hostels across Andhra Pradesh.
How does the MUSTABU Programme help students?
The programme improves hygiene habits, reduces illness-related absenteeism, strengthens discipline, and enhances overall learning outcomes.
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