Punjab has imposed a 5% annual cap on fee increases for private schools. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann announced the new regulation on [Insert Date of Announcement] . This directive follows the death of a 17-year-old student in Amritsar. Her family alleged school pressure over unpaid fees contributed to her death.
New Fee Hike Restrictions Detailed
The Punjab government's new policy limits annual fee raises. The 5% cap applies to tuition and all compulsory charges. Schools that raised fees over 15% in the last three years must refund the excess. This is a strict measure for school fee regulation.
Chief Minister Mann stated the government will pass an ordinance to enforce the rules. He affirmed that no school will receive special treatment. The announcement responds to widespread parent complaints about arbitrary fee hikes.
Government Warns of Strict Action
Violating schools face severe penalties. Mann warned that registration cancellation is possible for non-compliance. He said schools cannot exploit parents for profit. Mann criticized previous governments for inaction on unchecked fee increases.
The student's death intensified public demand for reform. The 17-year-old reportedly died by consuming poison. She accused the school of mental harassment over fees in a hospital video. Mann called the student a victim of the "school mafia." He pledged to prevent future tragedies.
The new policy aims to protect students and parents. It signals a shift in education policy priorities. Parents hope for lasting accountability and reforms in private education.
