Delhi Mayor Tackles Sealed Coaching Centre Concerns Amid Safety Debates

Delhi Mayor Shelly Oberoi plans to meet Chief Minister Atishi to address concerns about sealed coaching centres while ensuring student safety. A high-level meeting discussed the closure of centres following UPSC aspirants' deaths, highlighting safety issues. A Joint Task Force report will guide future actions.

Delhi Mayor Shelly Oberoi announced plans to meet Chief Minister Atishi in response to growing concerns over sealed coaching centres in the capital, while emphasizing the importance of student safety.

In a recent high-level meeting, prompted by the tragic death of three UPSC aspirants at a coaching centre in Rajender Nagar, the focus was on the urgent need for safety measures in these facilities. Key officials, including MLAs and representatives from the coaching industry, discussed the implications of the closures.

Despite a court order stating that centres below a certain height do not require a fire NOC, many remain sealed. The court has enforced stricter safety compliance following flooding in Rajendra Nagar. A Joint Task Force will submit recommendations to guide future actions on these closures.

(With inputs from agencies.)