Chhattisgarh drafts bill to regulate coaching centres, protect students

November 10, 2026 /Posted byPrajwal EW / 0

The Chhattisgarh government has drafted legislation to regulate coaching centres, protect students’ mental health and safety, and ensure transparency in their functioning.

The Department of Higher Education has invited suggestions from parents, students, educationists and other stakeholders within seven days before finalising the Chhattisgarh Coaching Centre (Control and Regulation) Bill, 2026.

Higher Education Minister Tank Ram Verma said the proposed legislation aims to address excessive academic pressure, arbitrary fee structures and other irregularities while safeguarding students’ and parents’ interests.

The draft bill proposes counselling facilities, mechanisms to address harassment complaints and a 24-hour student helpline. Registration will be mandatory for coaching centres enrolling 20 or more students, with registration valid for five years.

It also provides for fee transparency, refunds for students discontinuing courses and prescribed safety standards for hostels. Violations could attract penalties ranging from Rs 10,000 to Rs 5 lakh, with cancellation of registration in serious cases.

For monitoring and implementation, the draft proposes a state-level authority headed by the Chief Secretary and district-level committees chaired by District Magistrates.

Suggestions can be submitted to the Department of Higher Education at [email protected].

Inputs from PTI

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