At least four children were killed, and 17 others were injured after the roof of a school building collapsed in Jhalawar, Rajasthan, on Friday. The incident occurred at a government school in the western state of India while students were attending classes. Authorities are still searching for survivors, as dozens are feared to be trapped under the rubble.
The school roof collapse has left the local community in shock. News footage from the scene shows locals gathered around the collapsed structure, with emergency crews using a crane to remove debris. Rescue operations are ongoing, and authorities are working quickly to free those still trapped.
Rajasthan’s Chief Minister, Bhajanlal Sharma, expressed his deep concern over the tragic event. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), he described the incident as “heart-wrenching” and assured that proper medical care would be provided for the injured children. He also confirmed that all necessary instructions had been given to ensure the immediate treatment of the victims.
Local police officer Amit Kumar informed PTI that some of the injured children were in critical condition. As of the latest reports, 17 students have been admitted to a nearby hospital for medical attention.
Visuals from the hospital show medical staff attending to the injured while anxious family members wait outside.
The school roof collapse has raised questions about the safety of educational facilities in the region. Authorities are investigating the cause of the incident, and further details are expected to emerge as the rescue operation continues.
This tragic event highlights the urgent need for regular safety checks and maintenance of public buildings to prevent such accidents in the future.
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