Jaipur: Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma on Friday condoled the loss of lives in the school roof collapse incident in Jhalawar district that left four students dead.
Seventeen others were injured in the incident that took place in the morning when the children were gathering for morning prayers.
Sharma said on X that “The concerned officials have been directed to ensure proper treatment of the injured children”.
“May God grant a place to the departed divine souls in his lotus feet and give strength to the bereaved family to bear this immense sorrow,” the chief minister said.
Leader of Opposition Tikaram Jully also expressed grief over the incident.
It is being said that the tragedy took place as the structure of the school was in a dilapidated condition.
It is being said that the tragedy took place as the structure of the school was in a dilapidated condition.
Upon receiving the information, Jhalawar Collector and SP Amit Kumar Budania left for the spot.
Rescue teams have been rushed to the spot, and operations are underway to save those buried under the debris.
Locals have also gathered at the area to assist in the rescue operations. Some of the injured have been taken to the hospital for treatment.
Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma has expressed grief over the incident and said that instructions have been given to ensure the injured receive proper medical care.
In a post on X, CM Sharma wrote in Hindi, “The tragic accident caused by the collapse of a school roof in Peeplodi, Jhalawar, is extremely sorrowful and heart-wrenching.”
“Instructions have been given to the concerned authorities to ensure proper treatment for the injured children,” his post added.
