# Punjab passes bill capping school fee hike at 5%

2026-08-10T14:02:52+00:00 | India | Indian Opinion Desk

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The Punjab Assembly has unanimously approved a bill limiting annual fee increases by unaided private schools to 5%, according to Indiatvnews. The Punjab Regulation of Fee of Un-aided Educational Institutions (Amendment) Bill, 2026, was passed on Monday, the final day of the Monsoon Session. Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains introduced the legislation, which the House passed without dissent. The measure seeks to curb rising school fees that have burdened parents across the state.

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