Fee waiver denial for disabled child

2 years ago

Hi Team,

My 9 year old disabled daughter (diagnosed with autism - disability more than 50%) is studying in class 2 of a big private school in gurgaon. I recently became aware of the persons with disabilities act 2016 which based on my understanding entitles disabled children for free education at any institution of our choice. When I asked the school for a fee waiver, they completely denied and said they aren't bound to provide free education based on any law. I raised multiple complaints on the pgportal against the school but it seems the officers in the education department and the school have strong Nexus and they have closed my complaints without even contacting me and without any action against the school. I would like to know if my child is actually eligible for free education. If yes, what are my options to achieve this - Do I need to send a legal notice to the school and the education department and follow it up with a court case if this isn't settled via notice?

Appreciate your help

Thanks,

Jitendra Mithas