Jhalawar, July 25 || At least four children were killed and several are feared trapped after a government school building collapsed in Rajasthan's Jhalawar district on Friday, said officials here, adding that ten kids have been admitted to hospitals.
The devastating incident occurred in Piplodi village of Manoharthana area in the district, where the roof of a government school building collapsed, burying dozens of students under the debris.
State Education Minister Madan Dilawar expressed his grief over the incident and has called for a high-level inquiry into the collapse.
"...I have given strict orders to ensure the best medical treatment to students. Also, I am issuing orders to get the matter investigated to know why this tragic accident happened. District officials have reached the site," he said.
"Ten children have been referred to Jhalawar for treatment, out of which three to four are in critical condition,” said Jhalawar Superintendent of Police, Amit Kumar.
The incident took place at the Government Higher Primary School, which was operating out of an old and dilapidated structure. The collapse happened around school hours, triggering chaos and panic.