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Education
Minister says no school dilapidated, but 5,770 schools still in poor condition
✍️ Bhaskar English
🗓 23 Oct 2026, 09:01 AM
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A state minister asserted that none of the schools are dilapidated, yet an official count shows 5,770 schools remain in poor condition.
The education minister of the state publicly declared that there are no dilapidated schools within the jurisdiction, emphasizing that all institutions meet the required safety standards.
Contrary to the minister's statement, a recent audit released by the state education department identified 5,770 schools that are still classified as being in poor condition, requiring urgent repairs and upgrades.
The discrepancy has prompted questions from opposition legislators and parent groups, who are calling for a transparent review of the data and faster allocation of funds to address the infrastructure gaps. Officials said the audit will be used to prioritize renovation projects in the upcoming budget cycle.
Contrary to the minister's statement, a recent audit released by the state education department identified 5,770 schools that are still classified as being in poor condition, requiring urgent repairs and upgrades.
The discrepancy has prompted questions from opposition legislators and parent groups, who are calling for a transparent review of the data and faster allocation of funds to address the infrastructure gaps. Officials said the audit will be used to prioritize renovation projects in the upcoming budget cycle.