In a major disruption to higher education in Telangana, nearly 2,000 private colleges have declared an indefinite shutdown starting today, September 15. The strike is in protest against the state government’s failure to release ₹1,200 crore in long-pending fee reimbursement dues. This financial delay has severely impacted the functioning of private educational institutions, many of which rely heavily on the reimbursement funds to manage operations and staff salaries.
College managements have expressed their frustration over the government’s inaction, stating that repeated appeals and deadlines have been ignored. The indefinite strike is expected to affect thousands of students currently enrolled in these private colleges, as classes and academic activities remain suspended until further notice.
In contrast, government degree colleges in Telangana have begun their spot admissions from today, offering an alternative pathway for students amid the ongoing crisis. However, with uncertainty looming over the academic calendar in private institutions, students and parents are left anxious about the continuity of education.
This strike not only underscores the deep-rooted financial challenges within Telangana’s education sector but also raises urgent questions about timely support and accountability from the state government.
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