On a collective note, more than 30 schools have been burnt or reduced to dust over the past 3 months. Schools, a place which one wouldn’t expect to be harmed by the bigoted practices are now being targeted in broad daylight.

Kashmir is facing a major challenge with the damage caused to school properties due to fire. Directorate of school education in the area said that 17 middle, high, and higher secondary schools have been reduced to ashes.

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From the aforementioned, as much as 7 schools became rubble and 10 were damaged tremendously.

According to the locals, these schools usually catch fire during the unrest. After the security forces fired ‘tear gas’ on protesters during the last commotion, these schools just happen to be ensnared by fire. No one really knows as to who is behind such deeds, but the security forces have denied allegations of all sorts.

So far, Kulgam district has faced most damages, with 5 schools completely burnt and rest partially damaged.

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“Following the fire incidents, we held deliberations with district administration and teachers regarding the safety of schools. Teachers volunteered to stay in school premises during night hours to ensure the safety of the buildings,” chief education officer, Kulgam, Abdul Rouf Shahmari was quoted in a media report.

Furthermore, students have not attended school for the past 109 days.

Yet, the government has decided to go ahead with the examination, with almost 50% of their syllabus untouched.