Rafiabad: The Government Girls Middle School Rawoocha in Rafiabad has been facing serious infrastructure challenges, leaving students to study in unsafe and inadequate conditions, sparking concern among residents and parents.
The school building has fallen into a dilapidated state, with damaged structures and a weakened boundary wall posing significant safety risks. Locals said that even the fencing around the campus is in poor condition, making the premises insecure.
A major issue highlighted by residents is the lack of proper sanitation facilities. The school has only a single common washroom for both male and female students, which itself is in a deteriorated condition. Parents expressed concern that the absence of separate washrooms is particularly affecting girl students and creating discomfort.
The situation worsens during the rainy season, as water seeps into classrooms, disrupting academic activities. Locals said that classrooms often get waterlogged, making it difficult for students to continue their studies. They added that the building has already been declared almost unsafe by school authorities.
Due to a shortage of space, the corridor of the school building has been converted into makeshift classrooms to accommodate students. Residents said this arrangement is far from suitable and hampers the overall learning environment.
Speaking with us, locals voiced strong concern over the condition of the school. “It is unfortunate that in the 21st century, schools are functioning in such a dilapidated state. Children deserve better facilities,” a resident said.
Another local resident, while speaking with us, appealed to the government for immediate intervention. “We demand a new school building, proper boundary walls, and separate washrooms for boys and girls so that students can study in a safe and healthy environment,” he added.
Residents have urged the authorities to prioritise the issue and take swift action to improve the infrastructure and ensure a safe learning environment for the students.
