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Delhi: PWD to Upgrade Eight East Delhi Government Schools at Over Rs 22.50 Crore
· Source: Amar Ujala
The Public Works Department (PWD) has started the process to upgrade and repair eight government schools in East Delhi with an investment of over Rs 22.50 crore. The project will bring modern facilities such as lifts, air conditioning, smart labs, and synthetic sports courts to these campuses.
Modern Facilities and Budget Allocation
The Public Works Department (PWD) has initiated development and repair work across eight government schools in East Delhi at a cost exceeding Rs 22.50 crore to improve the learning environment. Out of the allocated budget, approximately Rs 13 crore will be spent on civil works, while Rs 9.50 crore will be utilized for electrical installations and other modern amenities.
- Lifts for multi-storey buildings
- Air-conditioned classrooms and designated spaces
- Modern labs for science and computer education
- Modular furniture for students
- Automatic fire-fighting systems for fire safety
- Rooftop solar panels to reduce electricity consumption
- Acrylic synthetic sports courts built as per International Tennis Federation (ITF) standards
School-Wise Budget Breakdown
The project covers eight government schools in East Delhi, including CM Shri schools in IP Extension, Gandhi Nagar, and Surajmal Vihar, along with schools in Shakurpur, Chilla Village, Khichripur, Rajgarh Colony, and Vivek Vihar. The specific budget allocated to each school is listed below:
| School Name and Location | Allocated Budget |
|---|---|
| RPVV / SOSE, IP Extension | Around Rs 1.90 crore |
| RSKV No. 2, Shakurpur | Rs 3.17 crore |
| Government Co-ed Senior Secondary School, Chilla Village, Mayur Vihar Phase-1 | Rs 2.37 crore |
| SOE / SOSE, Khichripur | Around Rs 2.65 crore |
| RPVV / SOSE, Gandhi Nagar | Rs 2.81 crore |
| RPVV / SOSE, Surajmal Vihar | Rs 3.98 crore |
| SBV, Rajgarh Colony | Rs 3.17 crore |
| GGSSS, Vivek Vihar Phase-2 | Around Rs 2.42 crore |
Questions
What is the total budget allocated by PWD for upgrading East Delhi schools?
The PWD has allocated over Rs 22.50 crore, which includes about Rs 13 crore for civil works and Rs 9.50 crore for electrical and modern amenities.
Which sports facilities are being introduced under this project?
Schools will get acrylic synthetic courts developed in accordance with International Tennis Federation (ITF) standards.
Which school has received the highest budget under this initiative?
RPVV/SOSE in Surajmal Vihar has received the highest allocation of Rs 3.98 crore.
What eco-friendly and safety systems are being installed?
Rooftop solar panels will be installed to reduce power consumption, along with automatic fire-fighting systems for fire safety.
Written in English by Disha Stars from the Amar Ujala report (read the original in Hindi). Check dates and links on the official website before you act.
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