India, May 29 -- The BMC has proposed major repair work on six of its schools located in Ghatkopar, Bhandup, Chembur and Mankhurd, with over 500 students in each. According to the civic body, the school buildings are old and in poor condition, and repair work was planned after structural audit reports highlighted the need for urgent attention.

The School Infrastructure Cell (SIC) submitted the repair proposal amounting to Rs.20.71 crore before the Standing Committee and Establishment Committee on April 28. The deadline for approval of the proposals is May 29.

Contractors have already been finalised for the work, which is expected to continue for nine to 15 months, including the monsoon. The BMC education department has made a budget pro...