The Maharashtra DVET's procurement of LCD panels for smart classrooms has sparked controversy as Chinese-made BenQ panels, lacking mandated certifications, were imported, deviating from the "Make in India" initiative. The procurement, allegedly favouring BenQ, raised eyebrows for surpassing average costs. The process, conducted through GEM, sidestepped guidelines, leading to concerns about transparency and fair competition. Teachers question the procurement's fairness, and there are calls for an inquiry into the Rs 7.18 crore expenditure, suspecting the division of orders to avoid higher authority clearances.