Bengaluru Investor Highlights Sharp Rise in LKG School Fees Amidst Inflation

Inflation is impacting every facet of society, but one sector that has notably exceeded expectations is education. Aviral Bhatnagar, an investor from Bengaluru, recently took to social media to draw attention to the steep increase in lower kindergarten (LKG) fees, asserting that education inflation surpasses that of real estate. According to Bhatnagar’s post on X (formerly Twitter), LKG fees in Hyderabad have surged from ₹2.3 lakh to ₹3.7 lakh per annum, reflecting a disturbing national trend.

Bhatnagar criticized the focus on housing prices, arguing that the real inflation is evident in the escalating costs of education. He noted that, adjusted for inflation, school fees have risen ninefold and college fees twentyfold over the past 30 years, making education increasingly unaffordable.

The post has garnered significant attention, with 335.4k likes and 785 retweets. Commenters have echoed Bhatnagar’s concerns. Manoj Arora highlighted that food, health, and education expenses constitute over 70% of a middle-class family’s budget, with inflation in these areas significantly outpacing official reports. CMA Venkatesh Alla criticized the government for failing to regulate education and healthcare costs, while Mihir Kulkarni called on Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to address the issue.

Critics also included comments on societal attitudes toward education costs. Punita Toraskar questioned the value of high fees, recalling her own positive experiences with government schools. Kiran C.N. blamed parental expectations for rising fees, suggesting that the desire for prestigious schools contributes to the inflationary trend.

Overall, Bhatnagar’s post underscores the pressing issue of rising education costs and its impact on families across India.

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