The Delhi High Court has stayed an order allowing private schools to charge a fee hike. Background: The issue began when the Delhi government issued a circular in 2020, directing private schools not to increase fees during the pandemic. However, some private schools challenged this order in court, arguing that they had the right to increase fees to meet their expenses. Parties: The petitioners were private schools, while the respondents were the Delhi government and parents' associations. Legal issues: The main issue before the court was whether private schools had the right to increase fees despite the pandemic. Court observations: The court observed that the issue required a detailed hearing and stayed the order allowing private schools to charge a fee hike. Significance: The order is significant as it affects thousands of students and their families who are already struggling due to the pandemic. The court's decision will have a direct impact on the education sector in Delhi, and the final verdict is eagerly awaited.