Delhi Cabinet clears draft Bill for private universities

The Delhi Cabinet has approved a draft Bill that would establish a framework for private universities in the capital.

The proposal is intended to modernise the regulation of private higher-education institutions and enable urban campuses in Delhi. It also aims to expand access to quality higher education for students in the city.

For students and families in Delhi NCR, the move could eventually create more local higher-education options. Its practical impact will depend on the Bill’s final provisions, including rules for setting up and regulating universities, as well as the process for approval and rollout.

The draft Bill will need to move through the required legislative process before any new framework takes effect.