There’s a quiet crisis shaking the foundations of India’s higher education—and this silence is deafening.
In his 2025 B.G. Deshmukh Lecture, Professor Deepak Nayyar, an eminent economist and former Chief Economic Advisor, delivered a wake-up call. According to him, the future of public universities in India is “at grave risk, if not already over the edge of the precipice.” For lakhs of students across the country, this isn't just a policy issue. It's personal. It's about dreams slipping through cracks in a broken system.
🎯 What’s Really Going Wrong?
Since 2014, the higher education sector has seen growing political intrusion. Decisions about appointments, admissions, and academic freedom are increasingly dictated by ideologies rather than merit. In many public universities, the environment is no longer about learning—it’s about control.
The result? A rapid decline in quality, inclusivity, and institutional excellence.
Prof. Nayyar points out that opportunities for school-leavers are not only too few, but also not good enough. The “pockets of excellence” that do exist serve only the elite or the extremely gifted, leaving behind the average student—the one who just needs a chance, a guide, a system that believes in them.
📉 Rankings Speak Volumes
In global university rankings, Indian institutions continue to fall short. Instead of fostering world-class research, interdisciplinary learning, and academic freedom, many universities are stuck in a cycle of bureaucracy, politics, and outdated teaching methods.
💡 So, What’s the Alternative?
At Brainix Academy, we believe in flipping this narrative.
We’re not here to replace universities, but we are here to bridge the gap—with learning that’s practical, inclusive, and deeply focused on student growth. Our faculty are mentors, not mere administrators. Our learning model puts students at the centre, not politics.
Whether you're preparing for competitive exams, seeking clarity in your concepts, or aiming to level up your skills, Brainix is your launchpad. No interference. No filters. Just real teaching, for real futures.
🛡️ What We Stand For:
✅ Merit Over Motive
✅ Learning Without Limits
✅ Access For All
✅ Future-Focused Education
As institutions wobble under pressure, we stand strong—because we owe it to India’s students.
📝 Final Thought:
Higher education shouldn’t be a privilege or a political battlefield. It should be a right, a resource, and a road to better futures. The crisis may be quiet, but our response doesn't have to be. At Brainix, we’re here to build—not just better students, but a better system.