Universities, institutes call for separate grant-disbursing authority under VBSA structure
Universities and institutes are calling for a dedicated grant-disbursing authority within the proposed Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan (VBSA) structure. Concerns have been raised that the current bill lacks a clear mechanism for financial support, potentially creating uncertainty for public institutions.
Why it matters
This debate is central to the future of higher education funding in India as the government moves to consolidate regulatory bodies.
Before the Joint Parliamentary Committee examining the Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill, 2025, institutes and universities across the country have sought a clear framework from the Centre to continue the grant disbursal commitments currently under the University Grants Commission.
The article balances the government's legislative goals with the concerns raised by academic institutions and opposition members.
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