more-inThe infrastructure at government schools in the district have much room for improvement, with many schools lacking in basic facilities such as toilets, according to a report by the Thiruvananthapuram district panchayat. Although all schools have toilets, a majority of them need more of them to match the number and sex ratio of students. Well-rechargingWhile all schools have access to potable water, 48 schools are completely dependent on wells, rendering them vulnerable during droughts. The report points out the need for well-recharging and well-deepening measures in these schools. Seven schools have no libraries while eight schools have no playgrounds.

Source: The Hindu May 16, 2017 15:30 UTC