A few months ago, citizens across the country banged thalis to thank the COVID warriors on the appeal of the prime minister. Now, parents have decided to take up thalis, but to protest against the "unjustified" school fees amid the pandemic.

On October 10, parents will hold a thali-banging protest to make noise to wake up the authorities to their problems. They want the authorities to act against the private schools that are charging exorbitant fees at a time when almost everyone is facing a major financial crisis.