New Delhi: Tensions escalated in the capital as a group of parents staged a protest outside the Directorate of Education (DoE), raising concerns over alleged unapproved fee hikes by two private schools in east and southwest Delhi. The protest was led by a parents’ association, which accused the schools of adopting coercive measures to recover increased fees despite ongoing disputes.
According to complaints submitted to the education department, several students were allegedly removed from school rolls or threatened with expulsion for non-payment of the revised fees. Parents also claimed that report cards were withheld in multiple cases, affecting students’ academic progress. They argued that such actions were unjustified, especially as the fee hikes had not received clear regulatory approval.
The issue, parents say, has persisted for nearly two years, with repeated appeals made to authorities. Despite this, they allege that schools have continued to take “arbitrary and coercive” steps, disregarding earlier directions issued by the education department. Some families have also approached the Delhi High Court, where the matter is currently under consideration, though a final resolution is still pending. Parents further highlighted that ongoing actions by schools, including fresh notices warning of stricter measures have created stress and uncertainty among students and families, particularly ahead of the new academic session. They emphasised that disputes over fees should not result in academic penalties for children.
The protesting group has urged the Directorate of Education to intervene immediately, seeking restoration of affected students’ enrolment, release of withheld academic records, and action against institutions found violating norms. The incident once again brings attention to the broader issue of fee regulation in private schools and the need for stronger enforcement mechanisms to protect students’ interests.
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