The government school in Janbazpora, where a portion of the boundary wall reportedly collapsed during lunchtime. (Img: Dynamite News)
Srinagar: A tragic incident at a government school in Janbazpora arae of Drugmulla in north Kashmir's Kupwara district claimed the life of a Class 4 student after a portion of the school's boundary wall collapsed on her during lunch break on Saturday.
The deceased was identified as Gaziya Parvaiz, daughter of Parvaiz Ahmad Najar. The young student sustained critical injuries when the collapsing structure crushed her. She was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital, where doctors declared her dead on arrival.
The incident reportedly occurred during the school's lunch break when students were present on the premises. A portion of the government school's boundary wall suddenly collapsed, striking Gaziya Parvaiz and leaving her critically injured.
Confirming the incident, Tehsildar Drugmulla Syed Basharat told a leading daily that a portion of the school's boundary wall collapsed during lunchtime and struck the student. Authorities took note of the incident and initiated an investigation to establish the circumstances that led to the wall's collapse.
Further details regarding the condition of the structure, the possible causes of the accident and any administrative action are awaited. The incident has raised concerns about the safety of students and maintenance of school infrastructure. Family and locals mourn the death of the student.
