{"id":5163,"date":"2026-07-31T09:46:51","date_gmt":"2026-07-31T09:46:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.educationtoday.co\/blog\/?p=5163"},"modified":"2026-07-31T12:01:38","modified_gmt":"2026-07-31T12:01:38","slug":"delhi-government-proposes-takeover-of-vikaspuri-school-over-fire-safety-concerns","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.educationtoday.co\/blog\/delhi-government-proposes-takeover-of-vikaspuri-school-over-fire-safety-concerns\/","title":{"rendered":"Delhi Government Proposes Takeover of Vikaspuri School Over Fire Safety Concerns"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"root-eb-toc-19mkl wp-block-essential-blocks-table-of-contents\"><div class=\"eb-parent-wrapper eb-parent-eb-toc-19mkl \"><div class=\"eb-toc-container eb-toc-19mkl  eb-toc-is-not-sticky eb-toc-not-collapsible eb-toc-initially-not-collapsed eb-toc-scrollToTop style-1 list-style-none\" data-scroll-top=\"false\" data-scroll-top-icon=\"fas fa-angle-up\" data-collapsible=\"false\" data-sticky-hide-mobile=\"false\" data-sticky=\"false\" data-scroll-target=\"scroll_to_toc\" data-copy-link=\"false\" data-editor-type=\"\" data-hide-desktop=\"false\" data-hide-tab=\"false\" data-hide-mobile=\"false\" data-itemcollapsed=\"false\" data-highlight-scroll=\"false\"><div class=\"eb-toc-header\"><h2 class=\"eb-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"eb-toc-wrapper \" data-headers=\"[{&quot;level&quot;:2,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;Why the Government Has Proposed a Takeover&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Why the Government Has Proposed a Takeover&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;why-the-government-has-proposed-a-takeover&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:3,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;What the Inspection Revealed&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;What the Inspection Revealed&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;what-the-inspection-revealed&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:3,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;Why Fire Safety Matters in Schools&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Why Fire Safety Matters in Schools&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;why-fire-safety-matters-in-schools&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:3,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;Balancing Education and Safety&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Balancing Education and Safety&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;balancing-education-and-safety&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:3,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;The Importance of Regulatory Compliance&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;The Importance of Regulatory Compliance&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;the-importance-of-regulatory-compliance&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:3,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;Impact on Parents and Students&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Impact on Parents and Students&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;impact-on-parents-and-students&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:3,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;A Broader Message for Educational Institutions&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;A Broader Message for Educational Institutions&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;a-broader-message-for-educational-institutions&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:3,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;Building Safer Learning Spaces&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Building Safer Learning Spaces&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;building-safer-learning-spaces&quot;}]\" data-visible=\"[true,true,true,true,true,true]\" data-delete-headers=\"[{&quot;label&quot;:&quot;Why the Government Has Proposed a Takeover&quot;,&quot;value&quot;:&quot;why-the-government-has-proposed-a-takeover&quot;,&quot;isDelete&quot;:false},{&quot;label&quot;:&quot;What the Inspection Revealed&quot;,&quot;value&quot;:&quot;what-the-inspection-revealed&quot;,&quot;isDelete&quot;:false},{&quot;label&quot;:&quot;Why Fire Safety Matters in Schools&quot;,&quot;value&quot;:&quot;why-fire-safety-matters-in-schools&quot;,&quot;isDelete&quot;:false},{&quot;label&quot;:&quot;Balancing Education and Safety&quot;,&quot;value&quot;:&quot;balancing-education-and-safety&quot;,&quot;isDelete&quot;:false},{&quot;label&quot;:&quot;The Importance of Regulatory Compliance&quot;,&quot;value&quot;:&quot;the-importance-of-regulatory-compliance&quot;,&quot;isDelete&quot;:false},{&quot;label&quot;:&quot;Impact on Parents and Students&quot;,&quot;value&quot;:&quot;impact-on-parents-and-students&quot;,&quot;isDelete&quot;:false},{&quot;label&quot;:&quot;A Broader Message for Educational Institutions&quot;,&quot;value&quot;:&quot;a-broader-message-for-educational-institutions&quot;,&quot;isDelete&quot;:false},{&quot;label&quot;:&quot;Building Safer Learning Spaces&quot;,&quot;value&quot;:&quot;building-safer-learning-spaces&quot;,&quot;isDelete&quot;:false}]\" data-smooth=\"true\" data-top-offset=\"\"><div class=\"eb-toc__list-wrap\"><ul class=\"eb-toc__list\"><li><a href=\"#why-the-government-has-proposed-a-takeover\">Why the Government Has Proposed a Takeover<\/a><ul class=\"eb-toc__list\"><li><a href=\"#what-the-inspection-revealed\">What the Inspection Revealed<\/a><li><a href=\"#why-fire-safety-matters-in-schools\">Why Fire Safety Matters in Schools<\/a><li><a href=\"#balancing-education-and-safety\">Balancing Education and Safety<\/a><li><a href=\"#the-importance-of-regulatory-compliance\">The Importance of Regulatory Compliance<\/a><li><a href=\"#impact-on-parents-and-students\">Impact on Parents and Students<\/a><li><a href=\"#a-broader-message-for-educational-institutions\">A Broader Message for Educational Institutions<\/a><li><a href=\"#building-safer-learning-spaces\">Building Safer Learning Spaces<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Student safety remains one of the most fundamental responsibilities of every educational institution. While academic excellence often takes centre stage, compliance with safety regulations is equally essential for creating a secure learning environment. A recent development in the national capital has once again highlighted the importance of infrastructure standards in schools. The Delhi Government has proposed taking over a private school in Vikaspuri after authorities found that 43 classrooms were functioning without the mandatory fire clearance, raising serious concerns about student safety and regulatory compliance. The move reflects a growing emphasis on ensuring that educational institutions adhere to prescribed safety norms while protecting the interests of students, parents and staff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why the Government Has Proposed a Takeover<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to the Delhi Government, inspections revealed that dozens of classrooms at the school were operating without the required fire safety approvals. Since educational institutions accommodate large numbers of children every day, compliance with <strong>fire safety regulations<\/strong> is considered a critical legal and operational requirement. The authorities have argued that the absence of mandatory clearances poses potential risks and warrants immediate intervention. As a result, the government has initiated steps proposing the takeover of the institution in the interest of student welfare and public safety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What the Inspection Revealed<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The inspection reportedly found significant concerns regarding the school&#8217;s infrastructure compliance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Among the major observations were:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>43 classrooms were functioning without mandatory fire clearance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Authorities raised concerns over adherence to prescribed safety norms<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The government initiated proceedings proposing administrative intervention<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Student safety was cited as the primary reason behind the proposed action<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Regulatory compliance became the central focus of the investigation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The findings have once again underlined the importance of periodic inspections to ensure educational institutions continue meeting statutory safety requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why Fire Safety Matters in Schools<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Schools are responsible for the well-being of hundreds or even thousands of students every day. Fire safety regulations are designed to minimise risks during emergencies by ensuring that buildings have adequate preventive measures and evacuation systems in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A comprehensive fire safety framework generally includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Approved building layouts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Functional fire detection systems<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Clearly marked emergency exits<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fire extinguishers and suppression equipment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Regular evacuation drills<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Compliance certification from competent authorities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Without these safeguards, emergencies can become significantly more difficult to manage, placing students, teachers and support staff at greater risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Balancing Education and Safety<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Educational institutions are expected to maintain high standards not only in teaching but also in infrastructure management. Safe classrooms, structurally compliant buildings and emergency preparedness contribute directly to an effective learning environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Parents increasingly evaluate schools on parameters extending beyond academic performance, including campus security, disaster preparedness and adherence to statutory regulations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The proposed government action therefore serves as a reminder that institutional accountability extends beyond curriculum delivery to encompass every aspect of student welfare.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is developments such as these that continue to shape conversations around school governance, an area closely followed by <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/educationtoday.co\/\">EducationToday <\/a><\/strong>as educators and policymakers work towards creating safer learning environments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Importance of Regulatory Compliance<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Educational institutions operate within a framework of legal and administrative regulations intended to protect students and maintain public confidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Regular compliance with fire safety requirements offers several benefits:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Reduces the likelihood of preventable emergencies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strengthens institutional accountability<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Protects students, teachers and school employees<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enhances parental confidence<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supports uninterrupted academic functioning<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Timely inspections and corrective action also encourage schools to continually review their infrastructure rather than treating compliance as a one-time requirement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Impact on Parents and Students<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whenever regulatory action is initiated against a school, parents naturally become concerned about continuity of education and the safety of their children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although administrative proceedings can create temporary uncertainty, they also reinforce the principle that student welfare takes precedence over operational convenience. Ensuring that schools meet prescribed standards ultimately benefits students by providing a safer educational environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Authorities are expected to balance regulatory enforcement with measures that minimise disruption to academic activities wherever possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Click below to watch the video.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Parliament Clears Anti-Paper Leak Bill to Strengthen Exam Security Nationwide \u2013 Top Education News.\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/mWyT3XB20M0?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A Broader Message for Educational Institutions<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Vikaspuri case sends a clear message to schools across the country regarding the importance of maintaining infrastructure compliance at all times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Educational institutions should regularly review:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fire safety certifications<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Building approvals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Emergency preparedness plans<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Staff training for emergency response<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maintenance of fire safety equipment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Proactive compliance not only satisfies regulatory requirements but also strengthens trust among parents and the wider community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With increasing emphasis on school quality, safety standards are becoming as significant as academic achievements in defining institutional excellence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Building Safer Learning Spaces<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Delhi Government&#8217;s proposal to take over the <strong>Vikaspuri school<\/strong> highlights the growing importance of safety compliance within India&#8217;s education system. While the outcome of the administrative process will unfold through the appropriate legal and regulatory channels, the incident serves as a powerful reminder that educational institutions must prioritise infrastructure safety alongside academic excellence. For school administrators, the development reinforces the need for continuous compliance with statutory norms. For parents, it underscores the importance of being aware of the safety standards maintained by their children&#8217;s schools. Ultimately, creating secure campuses requires sustained cooperation between educational institutions, regulatory authorities and the wider community, ensuring that every classroom remains a place where students can learn with confidence and security.<\/p>\n\n\n\t\t<div class=\"sp-easy-accordion-block sp-eab-regular-accordion alignwide\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"sp-eab-wrapper sp-eab-vertical-accordion sp-eab-9b1a6411a5bd\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion sp-eab-mode-vertical sp-eab-vertical-two sp-d-flex' data-accordion-settings=\"{&quot;mode&quot;:&quot;vertical&quot;,&quot;activeEvent&quot;:&quot;click&quot;,&quot;defaultAccordionOpen&quot;:&quot;first-item&quot;,&quot;selectedItemOpen&quot;:0,&quot;openMultiItemAtaTime&quot;:false,&quot;scrollToTopOnLoad&quot;:false,&quot;scrollToTopOnClick&quot;:false,&quot;accordionItemToUrl&quot;:false,&quot;animationEffect&quot;:false,&quot;applyAccessibility&quot;:true}\">\n        \t    \t\n\t\t\t<div\n\t\t\t\tid =\"sp-eab-item-c749ea61586f\"\n\t\t\t\tclass=\"sp-eab-accordion-item eab-item-11a5bd\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sp-eab-accordion-item-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class='sp-eab-accordion-heading sp-d-flex sp-align-center eab-heading-11a5bd'\n\t\t\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-wrapper sp-d-flex sp-align-center eab-icon-position-end'>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-start sp-d-flex sp-justify-left sp-align-center'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-title-subtitle-wrapper sp-d-flex'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-title-wrapper sp-d-flex sp-align-center'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-title-text'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<strong>1. Why is the Delhi Government proposing to take over the Vikaspuri school?<\/strong>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-end eab-icon-animated'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-expand-collapse-icon sp-d-block'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class='sp-eab-expand-icon eab-icon-angle-down-solid'><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class='sp-eab-collapse-icon eab-icon-angle-up-solid'><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- accordion body -->\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-content eab-content-11a5bd'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-content-wrapper'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-body'>\n\t\t\t    \t\t\t\t\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The government initiated takeover proceedings after an inspection found serious fire safety and other alleged regulatory violations.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\n\t\t\t<div\n\t\t\t\tid =\"sp-eab-item-78e7c7ef54ef\"\n\t\t\t\tclass=\"sp-eab-accordion-item eab-item-11a5bd\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sp-eab-accordion-item-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class='sp-eab-accordion-heading sp-d-flex sp-align-center eab-heading-11a5bd'\n\t\t\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-wrapper sp-d-flex sp-align-center eab-icon-position-end'>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-start sp-d-flex sp-justify-left sp-align-center'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-title-subtitle-wrapper sp-d-flex'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-title-wrapper sp-d-flex sp-align-center'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-title-text'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<strong>2. How many classrooms lacked fire safety clearance?<\/strong>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-end eab-icon-animated'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-expand-collapse-icon sp-d-block'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class='sp-eab-expand-icon eab-icon-angle-down-solid'><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class='sp-eab-collapse-icon eab-icon-angle-up-solid'><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- accordion body -->\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-content eab-content-11a5bd'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-content-wrapper'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-body'>\n\t\t\t    \t\t\t\t\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The inspection found <strong>43 classrooms operating without fire safety clearance<\/strong>. The school reportedly had clearance for 39 rooms but was operating 82.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\n\t\t\t<div\n\t\t\t\tid =\"sp-eab-item-ff0f472b781e\"\n\t\t\t\tclass=\"sp-eab-accordion-item eab-item-11a5bd\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sp-eab-accordion-item-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class='sp-eab-accordion-heading sp-d-flex sp-align-center eab-heading-11a5bd'\n\t\t\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-wrapper sp-d-flex sp-align-center eab-icon-position-end'>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-start sp-d-flex sp-justify-left sp-align-center'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-title-subtitle-wrapper sp-d-flex'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-title-wrapper sp-d-flex sp-align-center'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-title-text'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<strong>3. What other violations were found at the Vikaspuri school?<\/strong>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-end eab-icon-animated'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-expand-collapse-icon sp-d-block'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class='sp-eab-expand-icon eab-icon-angle-down-solid'><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class='sp-eab-collapse-icon eab-icon-angle-up-solid'><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- accordion body -->\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-content eab-content-11a5bd'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-content-wrapper'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-body'>\n\t\t\t    \t\t\t\t\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The inspection reportedly flagged unauthorised construction, including a 30-room tin shed, an illegal basement and an unauthorised third floor, among other issues.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\n\t\t\t<div\n\t\t\t\tid =\"sp-eab-item-b73102aaf3f6\"\n\t\t\t\tclass=\"sp-eab-accordion-item eab-item-11a5bd\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sp-eab-accordion-item-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class='sp-eab-accordion-heading sp-d-flex sp-align-center eab-heading-11a5bd'\n\t\t\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-wrapper sp-d-flex sp-align-center eab-icon-position-end'>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-start sp-d-flex sp-justify-left sp-align-center'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-title-subtitle-wrapper sp-d-flex'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-title-wrapper sp-d-flex sp-align-center'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-title-text'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<strong>4. Has the Delhi Government taken over the school yet?<\/strong>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-end eab-icon-animated'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-expand-collapse-icon sp-d-block'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class='sp-eab-expand-icon eab-icon-angle-down-solid'><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class='sp-eab-collapse-icon eab-icon-angle-up-solid'><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- accordion body -->\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-content eab-content-11a5bd'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-content-wrapper'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-body'>\n\t\t\t    \t\t\t\t\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not yet. The Directorate of Education has issued a <strong>seven-day show-cause notice<\/strong>. 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