Massive Protests Erupt in Hyderabad Schools Over Fee Hike; Parents Demand Government Intervention

Hyderabad, April 17: Parents across Hyderabad staged strong protests against steep fee hikes and additional charges imposed by private schools, alleging financial burden and lack of transparency by school managements.

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At Hyderabad Public School, Ramanthapur, parents gathered in large numbers and protested in front of the school, demanding justice over increased fees. Similar protests were also reported yesterday from private schools in the Old City and Kukatpally, where parents raised concerns over arbitrary fee hikes and additional charges.

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Protests Erupt in Hyderabad Schools

The most intense protest was witnessed at Hyderabad Public School (HPS), Ramanthapur, where hundreds of parents demonstrated against what they termed an “excessive and unilateral” fee hike. According to the parents’ committee, school fees have increased by nearly 141% over the past four years, rising from around ₹83,630 in 2021 to over ₹2,01,628 in 2025.

Frustrated by prolonged discussions with no resolution, parents took to the streets demanding that the current fee structure be frozen for the next five years. They also collectively decided to withhold first-term fee payments until the school management provides a written assurance of no further increase.

Parents from the HPS Begumpet branch extended their support, and both branches jointly announced a “fee strike” against the management.

Apart from fee-related issues, parents highlighted several concerns, including declining academic standards, poor quality of facilities such as food and sports infrastructure, and lack of transparency in financial matters. They alleged that the school administration has failed to share audited accounts or justify the significant fee increase.

The protesting parents also demanded the immediate formation of a legally mandated Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) and called for the removal of the Principal.

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Parents have urged the government to intervene and take strict action against private school managements. They warned that if immediate steps are not taken, protests will intensify and spread to more schools across the city.