3 Things Rajasthan roof collapse, pushback against KFPA, and Op Mahadev
Jul 29, 2025
Parul Kulshreshtha, a journalist from The Indian Express, sheds light on the tragic roof collapse of a school in Rajasthan that claimed seven young lives. She discusses the urgent calls for justice and the systemic failures that led to this disaster. The conversation also dives into the challenges faced by female producers like Sandra Thomas in the male-dominated Kerala Film Producers' Association and highlights her fight for representation. Lastly, the discussion shifts to Operation Mahadev, a military effort targeting militants near Srinagar.
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Ignored Roof Collapse Warning
- Students warned teachers about debris falling from the roof but were ignored and forced inside the classroom.
- Soon after, the roof and wall collapsed, burying children under rubble in Rajasthan's Jalawar district.
Villagers' Immediate Rescue Efforts
- Villagers acted immediately to rescue children trapped under debris before police arrived.
- JCB machinery was used to remove heavy slabs, leading to rescue of 32 children; seven died and several were critically injured.
Tragic Losses and Broken Dreams
- Parents mourned deeply, including a mother who lost her only two children and cannot have more.
- Children who died had dreams like becoming government servants or teachers, which have now been shattered.