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MCD Halts Private School Recognition for Weeklong Fire-Safety Audit

Councillors' warnings about gaps in recognition prompted a one-week review focused on newly approved institutions.

Overview

  • Mayor Raja Iqbal Singh ordered the recognition process paused until a safety report is submitted to his office.
  • The additional commissioner directed Education Committee Chairman Yogesh Verma to constitute a councillor-led panel for on-site inspections.
  • Verma said the committee will first inspect the 95 private schools recognised this year to verify compliance with fire-safety norms.
  • The panel will include two or three members of the education committee along with the deputy or assistant director of education.
  • The director (education) was told to supply all relevant records, and Verma indicated schools could face suspension if violations are found.