Ministry of Education Orders Private Schools to Refund Illegal Fees
Kathmandu. The Ministry of Education, Science and Technology has directed certain institutional schools to refund fees collected in violation of the law, stating that such practices are still ongoing.
Ministry spokesperson Shiva Kumar Sapkota issued a press release on Wednesday, instructing all concerned parties to return the illegally collected fees to the students.
It has also been requested that the Ministry of Home Affairs, relevant District Administration Offices, and local levels coordinate to initiate legal action against any school found acting contrary to these directives.
Additionally, spokesperson Sapkota stated that a 'Help Desk' has been established at the Center for Education and Human Resource Development for reporting and facilitating complaints regarding student fees. Those with complaints can call the desk for further assistance, and Director Nim Prakash Singh Rathore (Phone 9851214638) has been designated as the contact person.
Previously, the Ministry had instructed schools not to enroll students or collect fees before the start of the academic session. However, some institutional schools continue to defy the Ministry's directives.
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