SRINAGAR: The Directorate of Faculty Schooling in Jammu and Kashmir has issued stern directives to non-public colleges, warning in opposition to unauthorized charge hikes and unfair practices for the upcoming educational session of 2024-25.
Faculties discovered responsible of accelerating tuition charges with out correct permission could face fines of as much as Rs 1 lakh, with the opportunity of registration cancellation.
In line with the newly issued directions, non-public colleges should search approval from the Price Fixation Committee earlier than implementing any charge hikes. Failure to adjust to this requirement may end in fines starting from Rs 50,000 to Rs 1 lakh. Moreover, colleges are prohibited from mandating mother and father to buy uniforms and books from particular distributors, selling honest competitors amongst suppliers.
Moreover, the round emphasizes that personal colleges are solely permitted to cost tuition, annual, transport charges, and voluntary particular function charges for actions like picnics and excursions. Any extra charges imposed past these classes might be deemed unauthorized. “In mild of those directives, the Directorate goals to uphold transparency and accountability inside the training system, guaranteeing that college students and oldsters are shielded from undue monetary burdens and discriminatory practices,” mentioned a senior Officer aware of the event.
Strict enforcement measures are outlined within the Jammu and Kashmir Faculty Schooling Act 2022, with provisions for initiating motion in opposition to colleges present in violation of its rules. The Directorate has urged mother and father to step ahead and report any cases of non-compliance or unfair practices to the Chief Schooling Officer of the district or the Directorate of Faculty Schooling.(KNO)
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