India, Feb. 17 -- Admit cards were issued to three students of Apeejay School in Saket on Monday following a protest by parents who alleged the documents were being withheld over non-payment of hiked fees, just days before the CBSE board exams are set to begin on February 17.

The issue was resolved in a meeting convened by Delhi's education minister Ashish Sood, who brought together school representatives and the parents of the affected children. Sood assured that no student would be prevented from appearing for the board examinations. "Every child in Delhi is our own. Whether they study in private or government schools, my doors and the doors of my office are open 24/7 for them and their parents," he said.

Earlier in the day, around 80...