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Delhi's Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has taken a firm stance against private schools exploiting parents through arbitrary fee increases. During a public dialogue session, she received direct complaints about fee irregularities, particularly from Queen Mary School parents. The CM immediately instructed education officials to investigate and take strict action against schools violating fee regulations. Gupta emphasized her government's commitment to ensuring transparent, fair, and accessible education for all children in Delhi.

Key Points: Rekha Gupta Cracks Down on Delhi School Fee Hikes

  • Delhi government launches investigation into Queen Mary School fee violations
  • CM commits to zero-tolerance policy against educational irregularities
  • Parents receive support through direct public dialogue mechanism
  • Education Department ordered to identify and notify rule-breaking schools
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Delhi CM orders strict action against private schools for arbitrary fee hike

Delhi CM orders strict action against private schools arbitrarily increasing fees and threatening student expulsions

"Every child should have access to justice, respect and quality education - Rekha Gupta"

New Delhi, April 15

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta on Tuesday ordered strict action against private schools for arbitrary fee hikes.

The issue was brought to her notice today during Jan Samvaad at her home when some parents met her. This incident involved the Queen Mary School of Model Town. The Chief Minister immediately ordered to take strict action, and ordered the Education Department to identify such schools and send notices.

"It is completely unacceptable for any school to mentally harass parents or students, threaten them with expulsion, or increase fees without following due process," said Chief Minister Gupta.

She reaffirmed that the Government is committed to ensuring that every child receives access to quality and modern education.

"Parents of children from some schools are constantly meeting me and telling me their problems. There are rules and laws for this, which are very important to follow. If any school is found violating this, then it will have to bear the consequences. We have issued notices to all the schools against which we are receiving complaints," she further added.

Chief Minister Gupta has assured that the Delhi Government will not tolerate any Tampering with any child's future, and whichever institution is found guilty, strict action will be taken.

CM highlighted a "Zero Tolerance" policy against injustice, exploitation, or irregularities and emphasised the Delhi Government's commitment to transparency, equal opportunity, and children's rights in education.

In her X post, Gupta wrote, "Today, during the public dialogue programme, a case related to Queen Mary School, Model Town came up, in which parents of children complained regarding wrong collection of fees and expulsion of children from the school. Taking immediate cognisance of this matter, the concerned officials have been instructed to conduct an immediate investigation and take strict and necessary action. The Delhi Government is fully committed to transparency, equal opportunity and the protection of children's rights in the field of education. A zero-tolerance policy has been adopted towards any kind of injustice, exploitation or irregularity- no laxity will be tolerated in this. Our resolve is clear- every child should have access to justice, respect and quality education.#JanSamvad #ZeroTolerance"

- ANI

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Priya K.
Finally some action against these schools! My son's school increased fees by 25% last year without any explanation. Thank you CM Gupta for listening to parents 🙏
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Rahul S.
While I support the move, I hope this isn't just political posturing. We've seen similar announcements before with little follow-through. The proof will be in actual penalties and fee rollbacks.
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Anjali M.
As a teacher at a private school, I wish the government would also look at our salaries. Many schools hike fees but don't increase staff pay. The whole system needs reform 💯
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Sanjay P.
This is why I voted for CM Gupta! She actually listens to common people during Jan Samvaad. More leaders should do this instead of just giving speeches.
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Neha T.
The threat of expulsion over fees is absolutely shameful! Education should never be held hostage like this. Glad someone is finally taking a stand 👏
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Vikram J.
I wonder how they'll define "arbitrary" fee hikes. Schools have legitimate costs too - maybe the government should create clear guidelines instead of just threatening action?

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