Can't Force Students Buy Books, Uniforms From Specific Vendors: Delhi Government To Private Schools
In a major move to curb the unfair practices of private schools, the Directorate of Education (DoE), Delhi, has issued strict guidelines regarding the sale of books, uniforms, and other educational materials. Private schools have been warned against compelling parents and students to purchase these items from specific vendors or shops, a practice that has led to widespread grievances among parents.
The Education Minister Ashish Sood stated that schools and their principals will ensure that no student is pressured to buy additional educational materials not included in their proposed curriculum. The minister also announced that all schools will display a list of proposed books and writing materials for the upcoming session, class-wise, on their website, along with school uniform specifications.
