State urged to withdraw G.O. 7 on fee reimbursement - The HinduPublished - May 23, 2026 08:56 pm IST - HYDERABADLeaders from various political parties and Backward Classes (BC) organisations on Saturday urged the State government to continue the fee reimbursement scheme without alterations, warning against what they described as attempts to dilute or withdraw it.They demanded immediate withdrawal of G.O. No. 7 issued on April 7, and continuation of the earlier policy.At an all-party round-table meeting held at Kachiguda, speakers cautioned that discontinuation of the scheme could lead to widespread unrest. Representatives from BRS, BJP, BSP, AAP, BJP OBC Morcha and the Republican Party participated in the meeting.Rajya Sabha member and National BC Welfare Association president R. Krishnaiah, former Speaker S. Madhusudhana Chary, along with leaders of 34 BC caste associations and 18 BC organisations, were present.Speakers said the fee reimbursement scheme, in place for the past 18 years, had brought significant social transformation by improving access to higher education.The participants alleged that the scheme had slowed down after the Congress government assumed office, stating that pending dues had accumulated to nearly ₹8,000 crore. They said delays in reimbursements had created financial strain on educational institutions, with even degree and junior colleges facing difficulties.They also referred to existing government orders which prohibit colleges from collecting fees from students during admissions, while pursuing courses, or at the time of issuing transfer certificates.Published - May 23, 2026 08:56 pm ISTSign in to unlock member-only benefits!Access 10 free stories every monthSave stories to read laterAccess to comment on every storySign-up/manage your newsletter subscriptions with a single clickGet notified by email for early access to discounts & offers on our products${ ind + 1 } ${ device }Last active - ${ la }