Maharashtra Drafts Law to Regulate Private Coaching Centres
· India · Indian Express, The Hindu
Following the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak investigation, the Maharashtra government has released a draft bill to strictly regulate private coaching centres across the state. The proposed legislation bans the 'integrated coaching' or 'dummy school' model and prohibits coaching classes from operating in basements. The rules apply to any centre with more than 25 students and mandate registration, fee regulation, and strict safety compliance. Public suggestions and objections regarding the draft are invited until September 4, 2026.
Why it matters
The bill aims to curb the influence of the unregulated coaching industry, which faced intense scrutiny after several individuals from Maharashtra's coaching hubs were arrested in the NEET-UG paper leak case.
Read the original report — Indian Express
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