NCR Doctor raises alarm on rising school fees: “A child’s future should not feel like a monthly threat"

School education in India is becoming more expensive every year, and many parents are feeling the pressure. What was once seen as a basic need is now turning into a regular financial worry for families. A recent post on X by Noida-based doctor Shraddhey Katiyar has brought this concern into the spotlight and started a wider conversation online.

In his post, Katiyar shared how rising school fees affect families month after month. He wrote, “A child’s future should not feel like a monthly threat. Education was meant to uplift families, not exhaust them. To create thinkers, not debt managers. Parents don’t hesitate to spend on their children. They hesitate because they have no choice.”

Fees go up, parents stay silent

Katiyar pointed out that school fee usually increases every year, but parents rarely question it. Many families choose to adjust their own lives instead. They cut down on personal spending, delay plans, or take up extra work rather than speak out.

He also questioned the reason often given for higher fees. Schools usually say the increase is for better education, but parents still see crowded classrooms and teachers being paid less. Because of this, families continue to feel stressed even after paying more.

Parents ask if the cost is worth it

Many users who responded to the post shared similar feelings. One user said, “Too many unnecessary expenses. Quality of teaching is low, and lavish schools are a priority, it seems.”

Another user questioned why parents do not come together to raise their concerns. “Why don't these middle-class people ever get out collectively? There are many issues that ruin their lives, yet they never show up together?”

Some comments were more critical of the school system itself. One user wrote, “Our school system is mostly a waste. Not sure about the IBs of the world, but most of the others are just running, making money, without putting any substantial effort towards the kids. They feel like a factory delivering low-quality output, which is not going to be useful.”

Questioning the school system

The discussion also included views from parents who feel traditional schooling is not the only option. One user said, “We are brainwashed to believe school is mandatory, no matter how expensive or useless. Not me. I’ll homeschool my kids via NIOS/open boards and through real learning, AI, books, and apprenticeships. Schools are dumb factories and money-laundering mafias.”

Others pointed out that parents rarely ask whether the high fee actually matches the learning children receive. One comment read, “And we never question if the quality matches the price tag, or if there might be a better way.”
Disclaimer: This article is based on social media posts and public reactions. The views expressed are those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of The Times of India. The publication has not independently verified the claims or opinions shared in these posts.

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