Overview

• The Delhi High Court has reserved its decision on a petition filed by parents challenging the expulsion of 31 students from DPS Dwarka over alleged non-payment of fees.
• The school claims it followed due process under Rule 35 of the Delhi School Education Rules by issuing notices, emails, and reminders before expelling students.
• Parents allege the fee hike was unauthorized and accuse the school of defying judicial and administrative orders, labeling its actions as malicious and financially motivated.
• The Directorate of Education has ordered the reinstatement of the expelled students, stating that the expulsions violated court orders, but the school has not complied.
• DPS Dwarka cites a ₹31 crore deficit over the past decade and ₹42 lakh in unpaid fees from the expelled students, arguing financial strain necessitated its actions.