The Rajya Sabha held a special session to discuss the tragic death of three students who drowned in a coaching center basement due to flooding in Delhi. Members debated the accountability and issues related to civic infrastructure and the regulation of coaching institutes. Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan emphasized the need for adherence to safety guidelines, while the ruling and opposition parties blamed each other for negligence. Proposals for stricter regulations and improved disaster management were suggested to prevent such incidents in the future.
5 Major Key Points:
- Tragic Incident: Three civil service aspirants drowned in the basement of a coaching center in Delhi due to flooding after heavy rain.
- Accountability Debate: The ruling alliance and opposition clashed over who is responsible, highlighting issues with civic infrastructure and coaching center regulations.
- Regulatory Shortcomings: Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan stated that the Centre had issued multiple advisories on coaching institute safety, but compliance was lacking.
- Calls for Stricter Regulations: Several members, including AAP’s Sanjay Singh and DMK’s Triruchi Siva, called for laws to regulate coaching centers’ fee structures and operational conditions.
- Proposals for Improvement: Suggestions included more stringent building plan enforcement, better disaster management, and regular mock drills to handle emergencies.
