Bhayander School Faces Show-Cause Notice Over ₹50 Charge For Student Bringing Methi In Lunchbox
Bhayander, September 22, 2026: The Education Department of the Mira-Bhayandar Municipal Corporation (MBMC) has issued a show-cause notice to Tapovan School in Bhayander following a complaint that a student was charged a fine of Rs 50 for bringing fenugreek (methi) in their lunchbox. The incident has sparked a debate over schools imposing restrictions on students' dietary choices. Complaint Over…
Mira-Bhayandar Municipal Corporation (MBMC) has given Tapovan School in Bhayander a show-cause notice over a Rs 50 fine imposed on a student for bringing fenugreek (methi) in their lunchbox. The incident has raised concerns over schools restricting students' dietary choices. Robert D Souza, a representative of the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS), filed a complaint with the civic administration regarding the matter.
The MBMC Education Department deemed such dietary restrictions and fines as violating students' rights and RTE Act regulations. Tapovan School justified the Rs 50 charge by stating that methi was prohibited, and the fee was for providing the student with an alternative dish from the school canteen. The Education Department issued a show-cause notice on September 18, warning of strict action if the school fails to provide a satisfactory explanation.
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