Results for: Coaching Institutes

The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has penalized Shankar IAS Academy ₹5 lakh for making false claims about its success rate and course details in its advertisements for the 2022 civil service exam. The academy’s advertisements claimed high success rates and highlighted the achievements of students, but the CCPA investigation found that many of these students had only enrolled in free programs or short-term courses. The CCPA is also working on guidelines for IAS coaching institutes to ensure transparency in their advertising and protect students from misleading claims.

Following the deaths of three UPSC aspirants in a flooded coaching institute basement, the Delhi Government has issued safety guidelines for schools, emphasizing basement usage, accessible gates, clear evacuation plans, and regular checks for water accumulation. The LG has also formed a committee to address coaching institute regulations, rental issues, fire safety, and infrastructure concerns.

Dr. Vikas Divyakirti, founder and MD of Drishti IAS, has apologized for the delay in his statement regarding the controversy surrounding coaching institutes operating in basements following the deaths of three IAS aspirants. He explained the complexities surrounding regulations and stated that Drishti IAS will not run any coaching institutes in basements in the future.

Following the tragic deaths of three IAS aspirants in a coaching institute basement due to waterlogging, Delhi authorities have launched a crackdown on coaching centers violating norms. Drishti IAS head Vikas Divyakirti has raised concerns about inconsistencies in regulations governing coaching institutes, urging the government to implement clear guidelines for their operation.

Following the tragic deaths of three IAS aspirants in a flooded basement of Rau’s IAS coaching centre in Old Rajendra Nagar, the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) has sealed the basements of 13 civil services coaching institutes. This action was taken due to violations of building regulations and aims to prevent similar incidents from occurring.

In India, the tragic loss of young lives due to the stress of competitive examinations has become a pressing concern. This is particularly evident in Kota, Rajasthan, the nation’s “coaching capital.” Our youth are facing immense pressure to succeed in entrance exams, leading them to take desperate measures such as suicide. It is imperative that we address this alarming trend and prioritize the well-being of our young people. Factors contributing to this crisis include the rise of coaching institutes, often with inhumane practices, and the emphasis on entrance exams over holistic development. To prevent further tragedies, we must focus on strengthening schools, implementing personal interviews as part of entrance examinations, and fostering a vision that values our youth beyond their academic achievements.