Updated On: 22 July, 2024 05:43 AM IST | Mumbai | Dipti Singh
Education Minister Patil reaffirmed commitment to accessible education for girls warning institutions strict penalties for fee violations

The education minister announced complete fee waiver for eligible female students. Representation pic
After announcing a complete waiver of academic and examination fees for female students from families earning less than Rs 8 lakh annually in government and government-aided institutions earlier this week, Higher Education Minister Chandrakant Patil has now issued a strong warning. He stated that institutions that persist in collecting these fees will be subject to severe consequences.
Patil said that the move highlights the government’s dedication to ensuring accessible and affordable education for all eligible female students.