Keralam Assembly passes resolution seeking withdrawal of Private Universities Bill
The Keralam Assembly has passed a resolution to withdraw the Private Universities Bill, 2025, which has been pending presidential assent. The government cited uncertainty and the need to align with other states that have already permitted private and foreign universities.
Why it matters
The resolution reflects a significant shift in state policy regarding the privatization of higher education and the legislative hurdles involved.
The Keralam Assembly on Monday passed a resolution seeking the withdrawal of the Kerala Private Universities (Establishment and Regulation) Bill, 2025, which is pending consideration of the President.
The resolution, moved by Higher Education Minister Roji M. John, was adopted after the House rejected amendments proposed by the Opposition.
The Bill was passed by the Assembly on March 25, 2025, and submitted for the Governor’s assent on April 21, 2025. The Bill was subsequently referred to the President for consideration.
During the scrutiny of the legislation, the Ministry of Home Affairs sought clarification on the provisions concerning compulsory ownership or possession of land and mandatory security deposits or fixed deposits.
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