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Think tank flags flaws in higher education Bill
Published 14 July 2026 ยท health
Synopsis A legislative think tank analysis suggests the Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill, 2025, may not significantly improve higher education autonomy. The bill proposes a
Synopsis A legislative think tank analysis suggests the Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill, 2025, may not significantly improve higher education autonomy. The bill proposes a unified regulatory commission, dissolving existing bodies like UGC and AICTE. It inconsistently applies to various professional courses, exempting legal and medical programs. Grounds for removing part-time council members are not specified, raising concerns about delegation.
Published: July 14, 2026 โข 3:34 PM IST ยท Updated: July 14, 2026 โข 4:38 PM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
Key points
Synopsis A legislative think tank analysis suggests the Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill, 2025, may not significantly improve higher education autonomy.
The bill proposes a unified regulatory commission, dissolving existing bodies like UGC and AICTE.
It inconsistently applies to various professional courses, exempting legal and medical programs.
Grounds for removing part-time council members are not specified, raising concerns about delegation.