Class 3 girl dies after school wall collapses during lunch break in Kupwara
New Delhi: A Class 3 student died after a portion of her school’s boundary wall collapsed on her during the lunch break in Drugmulla area of Jammu and Kashmir’s Kupwara district on Saturday. The incident took place within the school premises and has raised concerns over the safety of children and the condition of school infrastructure.
The victim has been identified as Gaziya Parvaiz, daughter of Parvaiz Ahmad Najar. According to officials, the girl was inside the school when a section of the boundary wall suddenly collapsed and fell on her.
She suffered critical injuries in the incident and was immediately taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. However, doctors declared her dead on arrival. The incident has left the local area in shock while questions have emerged over the maintenance and safety of school buildings, particularly the condition of boundary walls that surround educational institutions.
Authorities order investigation into school wall collapse
The concerned authorities have taken cognisance of the incident and initiated an investigation to establish what led to the wall’s collapse. The inquiry will look into the circumstances surrounding the accident and whether any negligence or lapses in the maintenance of the school premises contributed to the girl’s death.
Officials are expected to examine the condition of the collapsed structure and other relevant aspects as part of the investigation.
Concerns over safety of students in schools
The incident has once again brought attention to the safety of students within school premises. Children spend a significant part of their day at school, making proper maintenance of buildings, boundary walls and other infrastructure important.
The collapse during lunch break has also raised questions about whether the structure was in a safe condition and if any warning signs had been overlooked. Further details about the investigation and the circumstances leading to the incident are awaited.