Monday , December 23 2024

Parents of children will bear the cost of running AC in schools: Delhi High Court

Before enrolling their children in big schools in Delhi, parents should be prepared to bear the cost of electricity for air conditioner in the classroom. Commenting on the petition against charging for ACs in schools, Delhi High Court said that ACs are being installed and run for the convenience of children. In such a situation, why should the school bear the burden of its expenses alone?

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In fact, the father of a class 9 student in a public school in Delhi filed an application in the Delhi High Court challenging the AC charges being taken by the school. It was said in the petition that the school is charging an additional fee of Rs 2000 per month in the name of AC. Parents argued that it is the responsibility of the school management to provide AC facilities to the students. Therefore, they will have to bear its expenses from their own funds. However, the High Court rejected his petition. Delhi High Court said that why should the school management alone bear the cost of AC? Parents should also participate in this. the court has application Dismissingly, he said that AC is being installed and running for the convenience of children. In such a situation, why should the school bear the burden of its expenses alone? This facility is no different from lab-like facilities. School operators said that the AC was included in the receipt. Charges have been entered.

The bench of Acting Chief Justice Manmohan Singh and Justice Manmeet Pritam Singh Arora of Delhi High Court made it clear in its decision that now is the time for admission. Parents should carefully read and understand the terms, conditions, fees and other items before enrolling their children. Because many facilities are separate from learning and teaching.