Jhalawar School Building Collapse and Inspection Oversight

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The Jhalawar school building collapsed, resulting in the death of seven students. The incident led to the suspension of a school principal and four teachers, triggering protests from educators who argue that structural safety and maintenance are the responsibility of civil engineers under the Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan (SMSA). The government has directed district collectors to form committees with PWD and other departments for quarterly inspections of school buildings to prevent such incidents.