MUMBAI, April 7 -- The future of more than 600 students of City International School in Oshiwara remains uncertain, prompting parents to stage a protest at Azad Maidan on Monday, as many are still struggling to secure admissions for their children in nearby schools two months after the school announced its closure. Parents said several schools in the vicinity are demanding higher fees and additional donations, making it difficult for families to shift their children. With the new academic year beginning in April, the delay has heightened concerns. The situation is particularly serious for 137 students admitted under the Right to Education (RTE) quota, as parents said there is still no clear arrangement for their relocation despite assurances from authorities. The school had informed parents on February 10 that it would shut down after the current academic year. Since then, parents have approached the school administration, police and local political representatives seeking a solution, but with no concrete outcome, they decided to protest. Of the nearly 650 students, only a small number have secured admission in other schools, mostly at significantly higher fees, while a majority of families are still looking for options near their homes. Aarti Rai, parent of a Class 4 student, said that shifting to a new school has become financially stressful. "We were paying Rs.1.25 lakh per year earlier, but now schools are asking for around Rs.1.75 lakh. It is beyond our budget. Still, we will try for our children, but the government is not taking responsibility. This feels like a fraud," she said. She added that the school management should have ensured admissions in other schools before deciding to shut down. Faizan Khan, whose two children study in Classes 2 and 4 under the RTE quota, said that the options being offered are not practical. "We were told some students may get admission by paying 60 percent fees this year and full fees next year, which is not affordable. Another option was a school in Vile Parle, but travelling that far daily is not possible. We need nearby schools," he said. Members of Anudanit Shiksha Bachao Samitee, who are supporting the parents, said the situation is a violation of students' rights. Chairperson Sudhir Paranjpe said, " The government must ensure admission for all students." Deputy director of education for Mumbai division, Rajesh Kankal, said the administration is working on the issue. "We have held meetings with parents and directed education inspectors to help accommodate students in nearby schools," he said. He added that a proposal regarding RTE students has been sent to higher authorities and assured that no student will suffer academic loss....