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Rajasthan Orders Urgent School Repairs Before Monsoon After Tragic Collapse

The Rajasthan government has issued urgent directives to repair all dilapidated but repairable school buildings across the state before the onset of the monsoon. The order follows the tragic memory of a roof collapse in Jhalawar last year that killed seven children. Additional Chief Secretary Rajesh Yadav chaired a meeting to review key education schemes and stressed time-bound action to prevent such incidents. Officials were also instructed to prepare plans for constructing new school buildings where necessary.

Key Points: Rajasthan Govt Orders School Building Repairs Before Monsoon

  • Repair dilapidated schools before monsoon
  • Review of flagship education schemes
  • Action plan for new buildings
  • Coordination for safe infrastructure
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Rajasthan govt orders to repair dilapidated school buildings before monsoon

Rajasthan directs officials to repair all dilapidated school buildings before monsoon, following last year's fatal roof collapse in Jhalawar.

"such incidents must not be repeated - Rajesh Yadav"

Jaipur, April 10

The Rajasthan government on Friday directed officials to ensure that all dilapidated but repairable school buildings across the state are repaired well before the monsoon sets in.

A meeting to this effect was held under Rajesh Yadav, Additional Chief Secretary (School Education), to assess key schemes, activities, and pressing issues of the Education Department.

Highlighting the urgency of the matter, he referred to last year's incident in Jhalawar, where the roof of a school building collapsed, killing seven children and injuring over 25 others, raising serious concerns about infrastructure safety in government schools.

The Additional Chief Secretary stressed that such incidents must not be repeated and called for time-bound action to identify and repair vulnerable structures. He also instructed officials to prepare and implement a comprehensive action plan for the construction of new school buildings wherever required, prioritising areas with unsafe or inadequate infrastructure.

During the meeting, Rajesh Yadav reviewed the progress of several flagship schemes and issued necessary guidelines for their effective implementation. These included Samagra Shiksha, the PM-SHRI Scheme, Free Uniform DBT, ICT Labs, Tablet Distribution, Gyan Sankalp, the Chief Minister's Vidyadan Fund, Braille Textbooks, Special Educators, Atal Tinkering Labs, Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalayas (KGBVs), Bal Vatika, Composite School Grants, Transport Vouchers, and Vocational Education.

He also reviewed the functioning of key institutions such as the Rajasthan State Textbook Board and the Rajasthan State Open School, along with the implementation of the Mid-Day Meal Scheme.

The Language and Library Departments were also assessed for their role in improving learning outcomes.

Reiterating the government's commitment to strengthening school education, he called for better coordination among departments and timely execution of all schemes to ensure quality education and safe infrastructure for students.

State Project Director and Commissioner Dr Rashmi Sharma, Joint Secretary Mahendra Kumar Khinchi, Additional State Project Director-II Ashok Kumar Meena, and other senior officials attended the meeting.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Finally! Our village school's roof has been leaking for two years. Every monsoon, classes get disrupted. Hope the officials actually visit remote areas and don't just focus on schools near the highways. 🙏
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Ashwin V
Good initiative. Safe infrastructure is the first step towards quality education. Reviewing all those schemes in one meeting is also important for coordination. Hope the action plan includes proper fund allocation and transparency.
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Sarah B
The mention of Braille textbooks and special educators is heartening. Inclusive education needs more than just buildings. Hope this comprehensive review translates into real support for all students.
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Manish T
Repair before monsoon is crucial, but what about the long-term plan for new buildings? Many schools operate in rented spaces or temporary sheds. The focus on construction of new buildings is equally important. Jai Rajasthan!
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Kavya N
As a teacher, I appreciate this directive. A safe and clean environment directly impacts a child's ability to learn. The Mid-Day Meal scheme review is also key - nutrition and safety go hand in hand. Let's hope for swift execution.

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