Suryaa Now Telangana News Desk: State Child Rights Commission member Gogula Saritha has warned that strict action will be taken against officials found negligent regarding the welfare, safety, and health of students. She emphasized the necessity of providing quality food, clean drinking water, hygienic conditions, and improved facilities in hostels.
Gogula Saritha conducted surprise inspections of several welfare hostels in Vikarabad district. Her visits included the Gurukul Social Welfare School and hostels in Kothagadi, the Model School and welfare hostel in Mujahidpur of Kulcharla mandal, and BC welfare hostels in Saket Nagar, Kothagadi, and Kamala Nagar.
During the inspections, she examined the hostel premises, student living quarters, sanitation, drinking water facilities, food quality, and infrastructure. She spoke directly with students to learn about their personal issues and the difficulties they face in the hostels. Upon identifying deficiencies in the facilities provided to students, she instructed the relevant officials to resolve the issues immediately and ensure a better environment.
Regarding the lapses identified during the inspections, she initiated action to issue show-cause notices to the concerned welfare officers through the District Collector. She stressed that officials must perform their duties responsibly, prioritizing the future, educational development, and safety of students. She further advised officials to maintain constant supervision to prevent issues and remain vigilant in protecting child rights.
The inspections were attended by District Welfare Officer Krishnaveni, In-charge DCPO Srikanth, EO Ambika, child protection officers, Childline officials, and staff.
