Primary school building in dire straits, parents voice concerns

The dilapidated condition of the Government Primary School building in Ghargaun Palasho village, under the Bag Pashog panchayat of Sirmaur district, has raised serious safety concerns. Young children attending the school are forced to study under the constant threat of falling debris, a situation that came to light during a recent School Management Committee (SMC) meeting.

The meeting, presided over by committee chairman Rishipal Sharma, witnessed the participation of concerned parents and other locals from the area. Parents expressed their apprehensions regarding the crumbling infrastructure of the school building, emphasising the potential risks to their children’s safety.

Several parents voiced the possibility of withdrawing their children from the school if immediate steps are not taken to address the problem. Highlighting the deteriorating state of the school, Chairman Rishipal Sharma revealed that chunks of plaster frequently fall from the ceiling, putting the students in constant danger. Parents, fearing a mishap during class hours, are caught in a dilemma over whether to send their children to school or keep them at home.

Locals said they had previously reported the matter to the authorities on multiple occasions. However, no funds have been allocated for the building’s repair, leaving the community disheartened and frustrated. Chairman Rishipal Sharma appealed to the state government and the education minister to take urgent notice of the situation. He urged the district education department to conduct an immediate inspection of the school premises and prioritize the repair of the building to prevent any untoward incidents.

Parents and villagers warned that the current state of inaction could force them to shift their children to other schools, thereby disrupting their education and posing logistical challenges for families.