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900 Students Seek Loan Relief
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 25 Jul 2026, 05:47 AM
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Over 900 students have applied for a waiver on penal interest on their education loans. This move is aimed at providing financial relief to students.
A significant number of students in India have been seeking relief from the burden of penal interest on their education loans. Recently, it has been reported that over 900 students have applied for a waiver on this additional interest. This development highlights the financial challenges faced by students in the country. The education loan system is designed to support students in pursuing higher education, but the accumulation of penal interest can often lead to a substantial increase in the overall debt. By applying for a waiver, these students are hoping to mitigate some of the financial strain caused by these loans.