Reacting to the interim order of the Delhi High Court, Sood termed the decision a “definitive shield” for residents of the national capital and attributed it to what he called the government’s “unwavering political will.”
He alleged that government schools are being closed in the state due to the BJP's anti-education mindset.
According to the minister, the online portal of the education department, for submission of applications will open on November 1, and the schools concerned that are willing to seek recognition may apply till November 30.
The Uttar Pradesh government has revised the norms for admitting underprivileged children to private schools, introducing stricter rules and stronger monitoring.
He stated that the Delhi government had introduced the Delhi Private School Fee Regulation Bill 2025 in the Assembly, which has now become a law following its approval.
India's education system, known for its scale and diversity, is often celebrated across the globe.
The parents lauded the government's efforts to regulate school fees and expressed support for the proposed legislation.
The demonstrations took place in front of prominent institutions like DPS Dwarka, Mother Divine School in Rohini, and Doon Public School in Paschim Vihar.
Education Minister Ashish Sood has assured that the Delhi government will take action against private schools across the city that have allegedly increased their fees arbitrarily.
A holiday for all government and private schools, as well as colleges, on Tuesday (December 3), has been announced due to heavy rainfall caused by Cyclone Fengal, said Puducherry's Education Minister,
