Edu department in Ernakulam conducts extensive inspection before school reopening
Kochi: With schools across Kerala set to reopen, officials of general education department in Ernakulam are conducting comprehensive inspections to ensure a safe and clean learning environment.
Industries minister P Rajeeve will inaugurate annual school reopening celebration, Praveshanolsavam, at Kadungalloor Govt High School on Monday.
Deputy director of education (DDE) Ernakulam Subin Paul stated that inspections are under way across all 983 schools in the district. Focus of these inspections includes overall cleanliness of campuses, proper functioning of toilets and readiness to welcome students.
"Ensuring student safety is our top priority," said Paul.
A total of 280 staff members have been deployed for this task from four educational sub-districts of Aluva, Ernakulam, Kothamangalam and Muvattupuzha. Special attention is being given to chlorination of water sources to guarantee safe drinking water in schools. Officials have directed schools to ensure water safety, and as a precaution, students will be provided with boiled drinking water during school hours to prevent waterborne diseases.
According to department officials, mid-day meal will be provided to children from the first day of school reopening, ensuring nutritional support for students.
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