Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta issued a stern warning to private schools regarding the practice of forcing parents and students to buy uniforms, books, and stationery from specific vendors. This warning follows a directive from the Directorate of Education (DoE) that prohibits such coercive practices. Gupta emphasized that schools must clearly communicate to parents their freedom to purchase educational materials from any vendor. She stated, 'There will be no coercion, no captive buying, no single-vendor diktat.' Schools are allowed to suggest a list of vendors for convenience but cannot compel purchases from them. Gupta also mentioned her willingness to inspect schools to ensure compliance with these regulations. This warning comes in light of recent inspections that uncovered significant irregularities in a private school, including operating without a valid fire safety certificate and a licensed swimming pool. The school was subsequently sealed for these violations.