SFI raised concern, it's their responsibility: Minister Bindu on criticism over govt welcoming foreign varsities

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Responding to the issue of foreign universities, Minister Bindu said that the final decision has not been taken and the media should not worry about the leftist policy.

"There are also situations in our country where the policies of the central government are imposed. Of course, he was referring to using the available opportunities with the cautious care of the state. The finance minister was talking about financial matters. He has stated that such things will be explored. It is not that it has been finalized," the minister said.

"Don't worry about the policies of the Left. SFI has expressed concern. It is their duty as a student movement to raise their concerns and get assurances. That's why they did it. When foreign universities come in, it should be checked whether they have commercial interests and whether children are being cheated. Only then can we adopt it. The budget has been presented by the finance minister. I am not interested in making an explanation regarding policy matters," she added.

The minister recently backed the proposal in the budget to allow private investment and private universities in the education sector. "The aim is to widen the functioning of the education sector. Private universities will be allowed with government restrictions. Things about private universities were kept for public consultation for the past two years. Three committees were appointed to study topics regarding this," she said.

SFI has raised their concern over the foreign university announcement in the state budget. SFI President Anusree has said that they are of the view that foreign universities shouldn't be allowed.