Yadgir, 21 June

Concerned parents alleged that the Government Kannada Lower Primary School in Parasapur, Shahapur taluk, Yadgir district, lacked a compound wall, and had turned into a cattle shed.

Private individuals tied cattle inside the school premises, they alleged, due to which the area is filled with cow dung and filth, creating an unhygienic environment that was not conducive for learning.

The parents claimed that the School Development Monitoring Committee (SDMC) –which is supposed to observe school’s academic activities, infrastructure and other operations – was completely absent. The SDMC President and its members are inactive, they said.

“Every day, we have to step on cow dung while entering the school. There's no space to play. We want a clean and beautiful playground,” a student told Salar News.

Locals and parents alike urged concerned officials to visit the school and ensure the children are provided with all essential facilities.

“Authorities must visit the school immediately and warn those responsible, ensuring a better atmosphere for the students,” Venkatesh, a resident of Parasapur, told Salar News.

“Students are unable to conduct morning prayers properly. The education department officials should intervene immediately,” another resident, Ningappa , added.

Residents urged authorities to build a compound wall around the school.

“There is no compound wall around the school. As a result, locals are tying cattle here. If a compound wall is constructed, this issue will be resolved,” Venkappa Dore, Gram Panchayat Member, Parasapur noted.

Deputy Director of Public Instruction, (DDPI) Channabasappa Mudhol acknowledged the uncleanliness of the premises.

Shahapur taluka Block Education Officer YS Hargi and BRC Renuka Patil’s team visited the school on Thursday to conduct an inspection.

"During the visit, they recorded statements from members of the Biranoor Gram Panchayat and the head teacher of Parasapur school. We have written letter to the Taluk Panchayat Executive Officer, recommending the provision of several basic facilities including drinking water, a compound wall, and toilets for the school, in order to resolve the issues," Mudhol said.