Rajasthan Coaching Centres Bill Faces Legislative Heat: Sent for Review

Facing critique from both BJP and Congress legislators, the Rajasthan Coaching Centres Bill, 2025, aimed at regulating coaching institutions, was directed to a Select Committee for further evaluation. Points of contention include the removal of a minimum age requirement and potential oversight by bureaucracy.

The Rajasthan Coaching Centres (Control & Regulation) Bill, 2025, encountered significant scrutiny in the state Assembly. Facing opposition from both the ruling BJP and Congress legislators, the legislation was sent to a Select Committee for detailed review. Key criticisms focused on the removal of a minimum age requirement and concerns over bureaucracy overpowering policy.

Deputy Chief Minister Prem Chand Bairwa steered the proposal to the committee following a debate that highlighted the absence of certain provisions, including alignment with the Centre's guidelines on age restrictions. The Bill, initially presented to tackle increasing suicide rates among students, sparked a comprehensive discussion involving 29 members who proposed amendments and improvements.

Among the contentious issues were the potential economic impacts on coaching centers and the lack of stakeholder consultation. Provisions for hefty fines on rule violations were seen as targeting minor infractions instead of major systemic issues. The Assembly adjourned after approving the motion for committee review to incorporate meaningful changes.

(With inputs from agencies.)