Rajasthan Introduces Bill to Regulate Coaching Centres After Rising Student Suicides

The proposed legislation mandates registration, establishes a regulatory authority, and includes measures to reduce student stress but faces criticism for omitting key provisions.

• The Rajasthan Coaching Centres (Control and Regulation) Bill, 2025, has been tabled to address student suicides, with eight cases reported in Kota in the first three months of 2025.
• The bill proposes a two-tier regulatory authority at state and district levels to monitor coaching centres and enforce compliance with operational standards.
• Key measures include mandatory registration, penalties of up to ₹500,000 for violations, weekly breaks, counselling, and psychotherapeutic services for students.
• Critics highlight the omission of earlier provisions, such as a minimum age limit of 16 years for admission and mandatory aptitude tests for students.
• Coaching institutes oppose the bill, citing concerns over reduced autonomy and potential impacts on admissions, while the government asserts the legislation prioritizes student well-being.

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