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Supreme Court orders shutdown of illegal coaching centres in Jaipur
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 23 Sep 2026, 10:32 AM
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The Supreme Court has directed the closure of illegal coaching centres operating in Jaipur, citing violations of education regulations.
The Supreme Court of India issued a verdict ordering the immediate closure of several coaching centres in Jaipur that were operating without the requisite approvals. The bench highlighted that these institutions were flouting statutory norms governing private education and exploiting students seeking extra tuition.
Investigations by the Rajasthan state authorities revealed that many of the centres lacked affiliation with recognized boards and were charging fees beyond permissible limits. The court noted that such practices not only undermine the quality of education but also create a parallel, unregulated market.
In its ruling, the Court directed the state government and local law‑enforcement agencies to enforce the shutdown within a stipulated timeframe and to take action against those responsible for the illegal operations. It also instructed the education department to monitor compliance and prevent similar violations in the future.
The decision is expected to send a strong signal to unregistered coaching providers across the country, reinforcing the judiciary's stance on maintaining standards in the education sector.
Investigations by the Rajasthan state authorities revealed that many of the centres lacked affiliation with recognized boards and were charging fees beyond permissible limits. The court noted that such practices not only undermine the quality of education but also create a parallel, unregulated market.
In its ruling, the Court directed the state government and local law‑enforcement agencies to enforce the shutdown within a stipulated timeframe and to take action against those responsible for the illegal operations. It also instructed the education department to monitor compliance and prevent similar violations in the future.
The decision is expected to send a strong signal to unregistered coaching providers across the country, reinforcing the judiciary's stance on maintaining standards in the education sector.