Delhi CM sanctions Rs 264 crore for revamping 75 CM SHRI Schools
New Delhi, June 25
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said on Thursday that the government has approved a Rs 264 crore proposal to revamp 75 CM SHRI Schools and equip them with modern infrastructure, enhanced safety, and improved facilities.
As part of this initiative, 75 CM SHRI Schools will undergo comprehensive repairs, upgradation and the development of new facilities, she said.
A proposal worth over Rs 264 crore was approved at the recent Expenditure Finance Committee (EFC) meeting chaired by the Chief Minister.
She said the government's objective is not merely to repair school buildings, but to create a learning environment where students have access to safe, clean, modern and inspiring campuses.
The meeting was attended by PWD Minister Parvesh Sahib Singh, Education Minister Ashish Sood and senior officials.
Chief Minister Gupta said that under the project, school entrance gates will be redesigned, upgraded and beautified in a modern style. They will display the new CM SHRI logo alongside the school's name.
The project will also address seepage and dampness in school buildings through waterproofing, carry out interior and exterior painting, repair plaster, construct or repair boundary walls and fencing, upgrade toilets and drinking water facilities, improve sewerage and drainage systems, develop sports facilities wherever required, repair rainwater harvesting systems, renovate multipurpose halls, and undertake other repair works as needed, she said.
The Chief Minister said that the electrical works will include fire safety measures. Defective LED lights, ceiling fans, exhaust fans and the PA (Public Address) system will be replaced to ensure effective dissemination of announcements and emergency information across the campus.
High-mast lighting will be installed in the school premises. Multipurpose halls and computer laboratories will be equipped with air conditioning and stage lighting.
LED signage and LED boards bearing the CM SHRI logo, in-built RO water coolers, upgraded main electrical panels, new wiring, rewiring, power points and LAN points will also be provided.
As part of priority works, child-friendly accessibility features for children with special needs, including ramps, tactile paths and handrails, will be developed. CCTV systems, compound lighting and sports grounds will also be upgraded.
— IANS
Reader Comments
I'm a teacher at one of these schools. The current infrastructure is pathetic - leaking roofs, broken fans, dirty toilets. Rs 264 crore seems like a lot but with 75 schools, that's about Rs 3.5 crore per school. For complete revamp including labs, halls, and accessible facilities, that's reasonable. Just ensure no corruption siphons off the funds. The ramps and tactile paths for special needs children are a welcome addition 🙏
Great initiative but I'm skeptical about the timeline. Election year is coming, so will this actually get done? Or will it be another photo-op project where half the work is visible and rest is shoddy? Need strict monitoring - put live progress updates online for public scrutiny. Also, why only 75 schools? Delhi has hundreds of government schools that need similar attention.
Impressive scope of work - from boundary walls to CCTV to fire safety, they've covered everything. The high-mast lighting and PA system upgrades are smart for security. But tell me, why does every school need a fancy "CM SHRI" logo on the gate? Spend that money on more computers or books. These branding gimmicks are unnecessary 🤷♂️
As someone who's visited a few Delhi government schools during a volunteer program, I can say the need is real. The basic amenities are often neglected - I saw kids sitting under trees because classrooms were too hot and fans broken. This Rs 264 crore could transform learning environments if properly managed. Special mention for including child-friendly accessibility - that's often forgotten in Indian infrastructure projects. Hope they also train teachers on using the new facilities effectively.
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