The Uttar Pradesh state government on Friday decided to conduct a comprehensive safety audit and risk assessment in all government and aided schools across the state. Under this initiative, safety arrangements in 1.4 lakh schools, including primary, upper primary, composite, secondary, and Kasturba Gandhi Residential Vidyalayas (KGBV), will be evaluated.
Collaboration with BCCL
For this purpose, the Basic and Secondary Education Department has collaborated with the Bennett Coleman and Company Limited (BCCL). BCCL will identify safety-related risks in each school and provide corrective recommendations to ensure prevention of possible future accidents. Officials said schools will be assessed on the basis of scientific and technical standards.
Scope of Inspection
A detailed inspection will be carried out covering various aspects related to student safety, including the structural condition of school buildings, fire safety, electrical safety, disaster management preparedness, sanitation facilities, entry and exit systems, and overall campus security. Potential safety risks will also be identified, and detailed recommendations for corrective measures will be prepared.
“The findings are expected to support evidence-based planning and infrastructure improvements across the school ecosystem,” said an official. The initiative aims to create a safer environment for students and prevent any untoward incidents in the future.
