Good Samaritans restore flood-hit primary school in Sultanpur Lodhi

In a heartening display of community support, good Samaritans and members of the Ludhiana Ophthalmological Society have come forward to restore Government Primary School, Baupur Jadid, one of the worst-affected schools in the area following recent devastating floods.

The school, which lost its infrastructure and supplies in the floods, has now received essential items, including fans, desks, tables, chairs, a water cooler, inverter, podium, RO filter, and other equipment. These contributions have breathed a new life into the school, allowing it to resume functioning for its 35 students.

"After the floods, everything in the school was damaged. We were left with nothing," staff members said.

Yadwinder Singh, schoolteacher said, "The Ludhiana Ophthalmological Society contacted us a week ago and today they provided us with everything we needed. We are extremely grateful."

In addition to restoring the school, the society also distributed stationery and learning materials to the children. The school staff especially called children to take the stationery and it left students happy.

Yadwinder Singh, who is also associated with the Government Teachers Union, has been actively supporting flood-affected families in the region. The union also helped several students whose homes were damaged or destroyed.

Among those who received aid is Raj Kaur, school’s cook, whose house was swept away in the floods. She was recently given financial assistance of Rs 21,000. A Class VI student living in a dilapidated house received Rs 5,100, while two other students whose homes were completely destroyed were given Rs 11,000 each.

With the support of compassionate individuals and organisations, the school is now on the path to recovery, offering a safe learning environment for its young students again.