NEP row: Tamil Nadu sues Centre in Supreme Court over non-disbursal of ₹2,000-crore education funds

Tamil Nadu has taken legal action against the Centre by filing a suit in the Supreme Court, alleging the withholding of crucial education funds. The state government claims that ₹2,291 crore, meant to bolster educational initiatives, has been withheld due to its opposition to the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. This move underscores the escalating tensions between the state and central governments over educational reforms and funding allocations. The dispute centers around Tamil Nadu's firm stance against the NEP-2020, which it argues undermines the state's educational framework and linguistic diversity. The withheld funds, amounting to ₹2,000 crore, were earmarked for improving infrastructure and resources in schools across the state. Tamil Nadu asserts that the non-disbursal of these funds is a punitive measure by the Centre, adversely affecting students and educational institutions. As the case unfolds in the Supreme Court, it highlights the broader national debate on educational policy and state autonomy. The outcome could set a significant precedent for how educational funds are allocated and the extent to which states can influence central policies. Both parties await judicial intervention to resolve this financial impasse and clarify the balance of power in educational governance.

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