Shocking Fee Hike: Delhi Govt Ignoring Parents, Aiding Private Schools, Says AAP’s Saurabh Bhardwaj

In a striking statement that has stirred public outrage, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader and Delhi Minister Saurabh Bhardwaj has accused the Delhi Govt of ignoring parents while allegedly siding with private schools over exorbitant fee hikes. The statement came following mounting complaints from parents across the national capital about unjustified and sudden increases in school fees.

Bhardwaj’s remarks have drawn significant attention, reigniting the debate on the accountability of private educational institutions and the role of government oversight in protecting parents’ interests.

AAP Criticizes Delhi Govt for Ignoring Parents’ Voices

Saurabh Bhardwaj did not mince words as he criticized the administration’s silence on what he described as a “manipulated, unaudited” fee hike by several prominent private schools. According to Bhardwaj, the Delhi Govt ignoring parents is a serious breach of public trust and undermines the basic principle of equitable education.

He pointed out that instead of holding private schools accountable for transparency and regulation, the authorities have been passive or complicit in enabling this financial burden on families already dealing with inflation and rising living costs.

“How can the Delhi Govt claim to work for the common man when it is blatantly ignoring parents? Their silence is not neutral—it benefits the private schools,” Bhardwaj stated during a press briefing.

Parents Left in Distress as Delhi Govt Keeps Ignoring Their Concerns

Many parents across Delhi have echoed similar concerns, alleging that private schools are raising fees under the pretext of post-COVID recovery or infrastructure development, without providing any substantial justification or audited reports.

“We wrote letters, filed RTIs, approached education officials—but got no reply. It feels like the Delhi Govt is ignoring parents completely,” said Priya Mehra, a parent from South Delhi whose child studies in a reputed private school.

Parents argue that these fee hikes are arbitrary and disproportionately high, especially in comparison to the services being rendered. Complaints also highlight that many schools are not following due process, such as consulting Parent Teacher Associations (PTAs) before increasing fees.

Political Firestorm Over Delhi Govt Ignoring Parents’ Outcry

The issue has now taken a political turn. While AAP leader Bhardwaj has been vocal in defending parents’ rights, opposition parties have accused the Delhi Government of a dual stance—presenting themselves as champions of education reform while silently allowing private institutions to exploit guardians.

The phrase “Delhi Govt ignoring parents” has begun trending across social media platforms, as affected families and education activists amplify their frustration. Twitter, Facebook, and WhatsApp groups are witnessing a surge in videos and posts where parents are appealing directly to the Chief Minister and the Education Minister for intervention.

Call for Transparency and Regulatory Action

Bhardwaj urged the Directorate of Education (DoE) and the Education Minister to immediately intervene and audit the fee structures of private schools that have raised charges in the last academic year. He emphasized the urgent need for accountability, stating that the lack of action by the Delhi Govt ignoring parents sets a dangerous precedent.

He also suggested forming a high-level regulatory committee involving parents, teachers, education experts, and legal advisors to review school fee hike policies. Bhardwaj assured the public that AAP will continue to support parents and fight for fair educational policies.

Education Cannot Be a Luxury: Bhardwaj’s Final Word

Concluding his statement, Bhardwaj appealed directly to the conscience of policymakers, stating, “Education is not a commodity. If the Delhi Govt keeps ignoring parents, it is betraying its core responsibility to ensure accessible and fair education for all. We will not let that happen.”

The controversy has prompted many to revisit the urgent need for reforms in the private education sector. With the start of a new academic session on the horizon, all eyes are now on whether the Delhi administration will finally address the growing unrest and take concrete steps to safeguard parents from financial exploitation.