Steps for Digital Access to Students in Higher Education

The Delhi High Court addressed the issue of digital access for students in higher education, recognising that digital infrastructure, devices and connectivity are essential for equitable learning. The Court underscored that higher educational institutions must take active steps to ensure students from economically weaker sections are not excluded due to lack of digital access. The ruling emphasises that access to digital education is no longer optional but a constitutional imperative linked to the right to education and equality of opportunity. It urges proactive policy measures, institutional accountability and monitoring to bridge the digital divide in higher education, especially in the post-pandemic era when blended and online learning have become mainstream.