Kumar, who was leading India Edtech Consortium since 2022 along with Byju’s co-founder Divya Gokulnath, has sent a mail to the members of the consortium about his decision to quit
Gokulnath’s comments on the IEC improving advertising standards come at a time when her company, Byju’s, has come under fire for alleged mis-selling of courses from parents and students.
The comments from former SC Judge come at a time when edtech companies in India, including some of the biggest have come under fire for allegedly mis-selling and over-selling of courses and subscriptions
Consumer Affairs Secretary's move to take note of the redressal of complaints comes at a time when edtech companies in India have been under fire for alleged mis-selling and overselling to parents and learners.
Kumar’s remarks come at a time when edtechs in India have been roiled by layoffs and funding crunch. Kumar believes upGrad is largely insulated from the storm since professionals turn to upskilling in a bleak job market.