Danishwar Hameed
A school building in Rahpora area of Khudwani, located in south Kashmir’s Kulgam district, has been allegedly converted into a cowshed, sparking concern among locals.
Originally built under the Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA) scheme to provide education to local children, the school building has stood abandoned for years, with its premises now housing several cattle.
Locals speaking to The Kashmiriyat expressed their dismay at the sight, highlighting the disrespect shown to a structure meant for the community’s educational upliftment.
The situation has raised serious concerns regarding the neglect of educational infrastructure in the region.
Speaking to reporters, Maqbool Ahmad Wani, the Zonal Education Officer (ZEO) of Qaimoh, admitted he was unaware of the encroachment.
“Now that you have informed me, I have taken up the matter with the Tehsildar of Qaimoh, who has assured me that prompt action will be taken to remove the cattle from the school building,” Wani said.