The Government of Delhi on July 31, 2024, issued the Guidelines Regarding Safety & Security of Students.
The following has been stated namely: -
• The provisions of Master Plan for Delhi, 2021 regarding use of basement in public buildings shall be followed.
• The basements, if any in school buildings, shall be used only for permissible activities as per provisions of the Master Plan and as per the sanctioned plan.
• All gates of the school buildings shall be functional and opened for entry and exit.
• The access to the basement shall be properly marked and clearly indicated in the school evacuation plan.
• All the corridors shall be free from obstructions at all times and smooth passage be ensured.
• School corridors and staircases shall be regularly checked for water accumulation and requisite necessary action to be taken.
• Ensure all necessary steps at school level are being taken to avoid water logging in and around school premises.
[Notification No. DE.23(399)/Sch.Br./2024/572]