AAP Challenges 'Anti-Parent' School Fee Bill, Demands Overhaul
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) is demanding amendments to the school fee regulation bill introduced by the BJP government in Delhi Assembly. The party has proposed increased parent representation in decision-making, mandatory audits, and a stronger grievance redressal system to protect parents' interests over school management.
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The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) branded the school fee regulation bill as 'anti-parent' and demanded a series of amendments from the BJP-led Delhi Assembly. AAP seeks to ensure the legislation prioritizes parental interests over school management.
Atishi, Leader of Opposition, criticized the bill, highlighting loopholes such as the fee-fixation committee's composition. The current draft grants management chairmanship, with only five parent representatives selected by lottery, failing to ensure balanced governance.
AAP's amendments aim to increase parent representation, mandate school audits before fee committees convene, and allow parents to challenge fee decisions legally. The party stresses transparency and public dialogue to safeguard parents' rights against undisclosed fee hikes and opaque management practices.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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