UGC Regulation 2026 Controversy : There was a lot of protest in the country regarding the 'University Grants Commission (Promoting Equality in Higher Education Institutions) Regulations, 2026'. Now the Central Modi government has given important information in this matter in the Supreme Court. After which these rules seem likely to be reconsidered. That means the government can take a U-turn on its decision.
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According to reports, the Center has told the Supreme Court that it is forming a special committee to re-review the UGC's 2026 rules promoting equality in higher education institutions. The court had stayed the implementation of these rules in January. Solicitor General (SGI) Tushar Mehta told a bench headed by Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant that the government was exploring ways to address the concerns of the students. At the same time, it is also being ensured that under this framework no group feels that it is excluded, or is in danger, or is in fear of anything.
CJI Surya Kant said that the interests of all students should be protected in this process. He stressed that the concerns and well-being of the younger generation should be considered of utmost importance. Earlier, the court had stayed the 2026 rules as it felt that their provisions were vague and could be misused. The court had directed that until any further decision is taken on this matter, the UGC's 2012 equality rules will remain in force.
What did the government say during the hearing?
During the hearing on the challenging petitions, CJI Surya Kant asked Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, “Why don't you reconsider these UGC regulations?” Solicitor General Tushar Mehta: The government is considering forming a committee to re-examine these regulations. The Supreme Court postponed the hearing on these petitions.