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 was challenged on the grounds that it was passed without considering the objections of the government. Parties: The petition was filed by the Delhi Government, while the respondents included private schools and their associations. Legal issues: The main issue before the court was whether the single judge had erred in allowing private schools to hike fees without considering the objections of the government. Court observations: The division bench of the Delhi High Court stayed the order passed by the single judge, observing that the issue required a detailed hearing. The court also noted that the single judge had not considered the objections of the government while passing the order. Significance: The order is significant as it affects the fees structure of private schools in Delhi. The stay order will ensure that private schools do not hike fees until the matter is finally decided by the court. The case highlights the importance of considering all relevant factors before passing an order, especially in matters affecting the public at large.