Replace unsafe school buildings with new structures: Haryana CM

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Chandigarh, Updated At : 01:08 AM Jun 28, 2026 IST

The CM said the new buildings should be aesthetically appealing and be constructed as vertical structures, allowing the remaining land to be used as playgrounds. Tribune file

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Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Saturday directed that all dilapidated government school buildings in the state be replaced with new structures. He said the new buildings should not only be aesthetically appealing but also constructed as vertical structures, allowing the remaining land to be used as a playground.Issuing directions to the School Education Department, he said no classes should be conducted in unsafe buildings and students should be shifted to nearby government buildings or neighbouring government schools until the new buildings are completed. He also directed officers to initiate the tendering process at the earliest.

The CM gave these directions while chairing a meeting of Chief Minister's Good Governance Associates (CMGGAs) and senior officers at Haryana Niwas.

The CMGGAs presented their findings after assessing schools and water-related projects across different parts of the state. Based on the report, the CM directed the Education Department to ensure that science laboratories, computer laboratories and other facilities in government schools remain functional and accessible to students. He also directed officers to expedite the provision of dual desks in schools.

Saini further directed that the auction and disposal process for obsolete computers and other outdated equipment in schools be completed within one month.

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Replace unsafe school buildings with new structures: Haryana CM

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