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In a move aimed at curbing unchecked fee increases, the Delhi Cabinet has approved the Delhi School Education Transparency in Fixation and Regulation of Fees Bill, 2025. The bill, which was approved on April 29, 2025, outlines strict guidelines for both private and government schools across the city.
The primary focus of the bill is to bring transparency to school fee structures, ensuring that hikes are fair, predictable, and justifiable. This legislation is designed to protect parents from arbitrary and sudden fee increases, offering them clarity and peace of mind when it comes to their children’s education costs. With this step, Delhi aims to establish a more accountable educational environment for all families.