Jammu & Kashmir

Primary school in Kangan ‘can collapse any time’, say locals

Teachers, students outside an old school building in Kashmir. [FPK File Photo/ Qayoom Khan]

Ganderbal: The existing buildings of the Government Boys Primary School Satrina Kangan in Ganderbal district have developed cracks, thus posing a threat to the lives of hundreds of students and staff members.

The residents of the area told the news agency Kashmir News Observer that both buildings are damaged and the chances of their collapse had increased manifold.

“Our children are made to study in these buildings due to the non-availability of a new one. We always remain worried about the well-being of children and teachers,” said a local.

A parent of one of the students said, “Our children are studying under the shadow of death. The building can collapse anytime which can result in fatalities.”

The students are also suffering due to a lack of adequate accommodation, she said.

Deputy Sarpanch of the area told KNO that the buildings had developed cracks and the matter was brought to the notice of the concerned department several times but to no avail.

The locals also demanded the upgradation of the primary school to middle school. They have appealed to Deputy Commissioner Ganderbal to look into the matter.

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