State universities in Haryana struggle under Rs 6,625.82 Cr debt
Over the past three years, 22 Haryana state universities accumulated Rs 6,625.82 crore in debt due to the government's conversion of grants into loans. Former finance minister Sampat Singh criticized this move, warning it could lead to university closures or privatization, making education unaffordable. Despite backlash, the government continued reclassifying funds. Singh urged stakeholders to unite in defense of public higher education.
Over the past three years, 22 Haryana state universities accumulated Rs 6,625.82 crore in debt due to the government's conversion of grants into loans. Former finance minister Sampat Singh criticized this move, warning it could lead to university closures or privatization, making education unaffordable. Despite backlash, the government continued reclassifying funds. Singh urged stakeholders to unite in defense of public higher education.
