Beware of Deceptive Ed-Tech Promises, Delhi Warns

The Delhi Directorate of Education cautions students and parents against the misleading tactics of ed-tech companies, which often lead to financial risks. The firms use unregulated syllabi and aggressive marketing to sell repackaged educational content. Schools are urged to raise awareness about these practices.

The Delhi Directorate of Education has issued a cautionary notice to shield students and parents from deceptive practices employed by ed-tech companies.

The advisory reveals that these companies entice consumers with grand promises, which can lead to financial instability due to loans with high interest rates. These firms frequently use syllabi and teaching methods not sanctioned by any official educational body.

Further, the directorate highlighted the rigorous marketing strategies these companies use, repackaging freely accessible educational content as exclusive. In response, the DoE urged schools to inform students of these tactics and the value of stable educational resources.

(With inputs from agencies.)