Background: The Delhi High Court recently heard a petition filed by the Delhi Government against an order passed by a single judge allowing private schools to hike fees. The petition challenged the order on the grounds that it was passed without considering the interests of the students and the parents. Parties: The petition was filed by the Delhi Government, while the respondents included various private schools and their associations. Legal issues: The main issue before the court was whether the private schools had the right to hike fees despite the pandemic and the resulting financial constraints on parents. Court observations: The division bench of the High Court observed that the single judge's order was prima facie incorrect and stayed the operation of the order. The court noted that the issue required a detailed hearing and consideration of the interests of all stakeholders. Significance: The order is significant as it affects thousands of students and their families who are already facing financial difficulties due to the pandemic. The stay on the order allows the students and parents to breathe a sigh of relief, at least for the time being. The court's decision also highlights the need for a balanced approach that takes into account the interests of both the private schools and the students. The case is likely to have far-reaching implications for the education sector in Delhi and may set a precedent for similar cases in other states.