Bombay HC Considers Allowing 14 Unrecognised Malwani Schools In Malad To Operate Until March-April 2027
Mumbai, November 4, 2026: Observing that students should not bear the brunt of the authorities’ failure to act against unrecognised schools for years, the Bombay High Court on Wednesday indicated that 14 such schools in Malwani, Malad West, could be allowed to continue functioning until March-April 2027 so that students can complete the current academic year without disruption. “Right now, we are…
Mumbai's Bombay High Court deliberated on Wednesday whether to permit 14 unrecognised Malwani schools to remain operational until March-April 2027, aiming to prevent disruption for students completing the current academic year. Chief Justice MC Tripathi and Justice Advait Sethna emphasized the need to safeguard students while questioning why authorities hadn't taken action despite notices issued since 2019.
The Bombay Municipal Corporation (BMC) pledged to accommodate students from these institutions in nearby municipal schools for the remainder of the academic year, but the petitioners raised concerns over the rapid displacement of students from slum areas, lacking suitable BMC facilities in the vicinity. The court has deferred its decision to January 2027, focusing solely on averting academic year disruption.
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