The Federation of Associations of Telangana Higher Institutions (FATHI), a body representing private professional colleges in the State, on Wednesday postponed its proposed college shutdown, which was scheduled from October 13, to October 23 over fee reimbursement dues issue.

The federation took this decision after meeting with Advisor to Chief Minister Vem Narender Reddy on Tuesday who assured to release Rs. 300 crore fee reimbursement dues before Diwali festival. Reddy requested the colleges to defer their proposed strike.

Following assurance, FATHI convened its executive

council (EC) meeting and decided to defer its strike until October 23. The colleges will shortly announce a further course of action if the government fails to release dues as assured.

According to FATHI, although t

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