Special focus on repair and reconstruction of disaster-affected school buildings: Rohit Thakur

SHIMLA 11 November, 2025

Education Minister Rohit Thakur has said that the state government was according top priority to repair and reconstruct the disaster-affected school buildings. The Deputy Directors of the department have been directed to immediately release funds to HIMUDA for the reconstruction and repair of these buildings, ensuring that student’s studies are not disrupted. He stated that damage estimated at Rs. 126.73 crore has been incurred in approximately 1,411 educational institutions across the state during this monsoon season.

While presiding over a review meeting of the Education Department here today, the Education Minister Rohit Thakur stated that the State Government is taking significant steps to enhance the quality of education and to prepare students of government institutions to meet future competitive challenges. He reiterated the Government’s firm commitment to further raising educational standards in the State.

The Minister directed HIMUDA officials to expedite the completion of reconstruction and repair works for the convenience and safety of children. He informed that the State Government is establishing Rajiv Gandhi Day Boarding Schools equipped with state-of-the-art facilities in every Assembly constituency. Construction work is already underway at 42 locations across the State at a cost of Rs. 94.46 crore. These schools are being developed to ensure the holistic development of students and will include smart classrooms, libraries and sports facilities.

Keeping in mind the bright future of students studying in government schools, he said the State Government has decided to introduce the CBSE curriculum in 100 schools, out of which 45 have already been affiliated. Subject-specialist teachers will be appointed in these schools to provide quality instruction.