Background: The Delhi High Court recently heard a petition filed by the Delhi Government against an order passed by a single judge allowing private schools to hike fees. The order had been challenged on the grounds that it was passed without considering the interests of the students and their parents. Parties: The petition was filed by the Delhi Government, while the respondents included various private schools and their associations. Legal issues: The primary issue before the court was whether the single judge had erred in allowing private schools to hike fees without considering the impact on students and their parents. Court observations: The division bench of the Delhi High Court stayed the order, observing that the single judge had not considered the relevant factors while passing the order. The court also noted that the issue required a detailed hearing and consideration of the interests of all stakeholders. Significance: The order is significant as it affects thousands of students and their parents who are studying in private schools in Delhi. The stay on the order means that private schools will not be able to hike fees until the matter is finally decided by the court. The case highlights the need for a balanced approach to regulating fees in private schools, taking into account the interests of both the schools and the students.