THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Although there are private universities across the country, the launch of private universities in Kerala is being delayed due to pending central approval. The bill passed by the state assembly has been sent to the President for consideration, but the central government and the UGC are still reviewing it to ensure there is nothing against central laws. The government says the bill was made according to UGC regulations, and the delay in approval is intentional.

Kerala’s law includes reservations for scheduled communities, fee structures, and scholarships, which are not found in many other states. The assembly’s subject committee had raised concerns about keeping 40% of seats reserved for state residents, citing the Supreme Court order in the PG Medical case that residenc

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