The Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) has instructed its officials to complete all sanitation, maintenance, and safety measures in corporation schools before they reopen on June 4. Commissioner G S Sameeran directed zonal officers and the school education department to ensure a safe, clean, and learning-friendly environment for students returning after summer vacation.
Key Maintenance Tasks Ordered
Officials have been asked to clean and maintain overhead and underground water tanks, repair water leakages, clean toilets, and carry out drainage maintenance works. Schools must also inspect and service electrical equipment, including fans, switches, bells, and generators, replacing any faulty items as necessary.
Pest Control and Hygiene Measures
The corporation has ordered the removal of mosquito breeding sources, beehives, and insect nests from school premises. Pest-control measures are to be undertaken to ensure a hygienic environment.
Focus on Central Kitchens
Special attention has been given to the 38 central kitchens that prepare food under the Chief Minister’s Breakfast Scheme. Officials must clean storage rooms, cooking areas, drainage systems, and drinking water facilities. They are also to verify the safety and availability of LPG cylinders. Self-help group workers involved in the scheme have been asked to complete cleaning by June 2. Expired or poor-quality food items must be removed, and breakfast service should start from the first day of reopening.
Distribution of Textbooks and Uniforms
The commissioner confirmed that arrangements have been made to distribute textbooks and uniforms to students on the reopening day, ensuring a smooth start to the new academic term.
