Telangana Bandh Tomorrow: Schools and Colleges to Remain Shut as Student Bodies Protest High Fees and Neglected Issues
Date: 22 July 2025
Author: Mohd Barkat Ullah Khan.
In a significant development, Telangana is expected to witness a complete shutdown of educational institutions on Wednesday, 23 July 2025, as two major student organisations – the All India Students Federation (AISF) and the Students' Federation of India (SFI) – have called for a Telangana bandh. The bandh is a form of protest against the exorbitant fee structures in private schools and colleges, and to demand urgent action on long-pending student issues that have been ignored for far too long.
Why Is the Telangana Bandh Being Called?
The Telangana bandh tomorrow is not a political move but a student-driven campaign aimed at fighting educational inequality. According to AISF and SFI, the rising costs in private educational institutions have placed an unbearable burden on middle-class and lower-income families. Despite repeated appeals to state authorities, the issue of fee regulation remains unresolved.
Moreover, the student bodies have raised concerns over several long-pending educational reforms including the lack of sufficient government colleges, delay in scholarship disbursal, vacant teaching posts, poor infrastructure, and digital learning gaps that widened during the COVID-19 pandemic.
What Will Be Affected?
As part of the Telangana bandh tomorrow, all schools and colleges will remain closed. Both public and private institutions are expected to shut their doors in solidarity or due to logistical constraints amid the bandh. This has been confirmed by various district education officers across the state. Transport services may also be partially affected, especially in urban centres like Hyderabad, Warangal, Nizamabad, and Karimnagar.
Widespread Support for the Telangana Bandh
The Telangana bandh has garnered support from several teachers' associations, parent groups, and civil society organisations. Many believe the move is essential to hold authorities accountable and initiate reforms in the education sector. The protest is likely to feature peaceful rallies, sit-ins, and press conferences across major cities in Telangana.
Notably, parents of school-going children have expressed their concern about being “financially drained” due to hidden charges, exorbitant tuition fees, and mandatory private textbooks. “We are with the students. Education has become a business,” said one parent from Hyderabad, echoing the sentiment of many.
Government's Response to the Telangana Bandh
So far, the Telangana state government has not issued a formal response, but sources suggest discussions may soon take place between student leaders and officials from the Education Department. Political observers believe that if the bandh gains momentum, it could compel the government to review the current fee regulation policy and revisit neglected education reforms.
Impact on Academic Calendar
With schools and colleges closed for Telangana bandh, there is likely to be a minor disruption in the academic calendar. Students, especially those in Classes 10 and 12 preparing for board exams, have expressed concerns over lost time. However, student leaders have assured that this sacrifice is for a larger cause, aimed at securing fair and affordable education for future generations.
The Road Ahead: Will the Telangana Bandh Bring Change?
The Telangana bandh tomorrow has ignited an important conversation about the state of education in India, especially in regional states like Telangana. While private institutions argue that quality education requires significant investment, critics point out the need for greater transparency, accountability, and government oversight.
With increasing public support and mounting pressure, it remains to be seen how the state machinery will respond to the growing discontent. For now, the streets of Telangana will echo with slogans demanding "Education for All, Not Just for the Rich."
Final Thoughts
The Telangana bandh on 23 July 2025 is a clear indicator that students are no longer willing to remain silent about the injustices they face. It’s a wake-up call for policymakers to prioritise education reforms, regulate private institutions, and ensure that every child, regardless of economic background, has access to quality education.
Stay tuned for live updates on the Telangana bandh and its outcomes as the day unfolds.
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