'School entry flooded after pipeline work'
Gurugram, Oct. 27 -- Severe waterlogging outside Government School in Shivaji Nagar, blamed on recent pipeline work, has disrupted movement for students and teachers, they alleged.
The issue worsened following the installation of a new drinking water pipeline, locals said.
The area has remained waterlogged for several days, creating a muddy and unhygienic mess. "This has been happening for the last four to five days. We have to cross the entire waterlogged area and leave our footwear outside the classroom to keep it clean," said one teacher, asking not to be named.
Meanwhile, another teacher added, requesting anonymity, "At times the area becomes so muddy that students are forced to remove their shoes and socks."
Teachers also complained that residents frequently dump garbage near the school, worsening conditions.
"We have a school here, and sometimes students have to walk through the garbage," another teacher said.
Students expressed frustration. A Class 3 student said, "I find it really difficult to walk to school... it's really unhygienic." A Class 4 student recounted, requesting anonymity, "While crossing the waterlogged lane, I slipped and fell, getting completely wet."
In response, a junior engineer from the Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG), requesting anonymity, responded, "We were unaware of the situation. Yes, a drinking water pipeline is being laid, but we will ensure the issue is resolved before Monday."...
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