Karnataka Govt School Roof Collapses During Classes, 6 Students Injured In Bagalkote
Bagalkote (Karnataka), Sep 2: The concrete roof of a government school collapsed while classes were underway at Mugallolli Tanda here on Wednesday, injuring six students, officials said. All the six students who sustained minor injuries in the incident are safe and are being provided appropriate treatment at a hospital, Bagalkot Zilla Panchayat Chief Executive Officer Gajanan Bale said in a…
Bagalkote, Karnataka witnessed a dangerous incident on Wednesday when the concrete roof of a government school collapsed while classes were in progress, injuring six students. According to Bagalkot Zilla Panchayat Chief Executive Officer Gajanan Bale, the six injured students are currently being treated at a hospital and are safe. The school roof's collapse caused significant concern, and immediate action was taken to address the issue.
The Panchayat Raj Engineering Department has been instructed to repair the damaged portion of the school building at the earliest. The Deputy Director of the Department of School Education and Literacy visited the hospital to assess the condition of the injured students and ensure they receive the necessary treatment. Parents had previously expressed concerns over the deteriorating condition of the school and demanded permanent repairs and enhanced safety measures.
In response to the incident, the administration has been directed to prioritize the repair work and ensure the school is safe for students. The tragedy emphasizes the urgent need for improved infrastructure and safety standards in educational institutions, particularly in rural areas like Bagalkot.
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