Delhi Government to probe alleged fee irregularities in 1,600 private schools

Delhi Education Minister Ashish Sood has announced an investigation into alleged irregularities in private schools, focusing on non-compliance with fee regulations and inadequate auditing practices.

According to Ashish Sood, only 75 out of 1,600 private schools in the capital have undergone audits in the past decade, and the Directorate of Education lacks proper records for many of these institutions.

To address these concerns, a committee led by the Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) will audit all 1,600 private schools.

Each school will be required to respond to 18 specific questions. Schools found guilty of financial misconduct will face action, and any excess fees collected will be refunded to parents.

The education department will publish data on schools that have increased fees on its official website within 10 days.

Meanwhile, former Education Minister Manish Sisodia recently accused the current government of corruption in this matter, calling for a CBI investigation into the arbitrary fee hikes in Delhi's private schools during a press conference.