IITs, IIMs push back against VBSA norms

Top Indian institutes like IITs and IIMs are expressing concerns over the new VBSA norms, which aim to bring more accountability and transparency. They're pushing for clearer guidelines to ensure their autonomy and are wary of the "differential and unintended" consequences these rules might bring. These elite institutions want assurances that statutory provisions governing them won't be undermined, highlighting the potential clash between new regulations and traditional governance structures. This pushback is significant because it reflects broader tensions between evolving compliance frameworks and the long-standing autonomy of prestigious educational bodies in India.