The promise of free higher education for female students, made earlier this year, remains unfulfilled as the academic year begins say educationists and Opposition leaders. Higher and Technical Education Minister Chandrakant Patil cited the model code of conduct as the cause for the delay and stated that the government would soon issue an order for free education for girls in the state, according to a report.

In February, Patil promised that the state government would cover 100 per cent of fees for girls in various professional courses starting from June 1. However, as mid-June approaches, the government resolution has not been issued, nor has the policy been implemented. Patil’s announcement has led to confusion.