The Delhi High Court has stayed an order allowing private schools to charge annual fees, providing relief to parents who have been struggling to pay due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Background: The issue began when private schools in Delhi started demanding annual fees from parents, citing financial constraints. The parents, however, argued that they were facing financial difficulties due to the pandemic and could not afford to pay the fees. Parties: The petitioners were a group of parents whose children are enrolled in private schools, while the respondents were the private schools and the Delhi government. Legal issues: The main legal issue was whether private schools could charge annual fees despite the pandemic. The court observed that the private schools had failed to demonstrate any financial hardship that would justify charging annual fees. Court observations: The court noted that the private schools had not provided any evidence to show that they were facing financial difficulties. Significance: The order is significant as it provides relief to parents who have been struggling to pay annual fees. The court's decision will have a direct impact on the education sector, particularly on private schools and parents.