India Today Exposes Unsafe Conditions in Delhi Coaching Hubs

India Today Exposes the Ugly Underbelly of Delhi’s Coaching Hubs

India Today’s investigation into Delhi’s coaching hubs reveals the grim realities faced by students. Illegal basements, cramped living conditions, and safety risks are prevalent in the coaching centers of Old Rajinder Nagar.

Unsafe Basement Conditions

The investigation highlights basements like those behind Rau’s IAS coaching center, where students live in small, damp cubicles rented out for Rs 10,000 each. These conditions pose significant safety risks, with inadequate space and poor maintenance.

Response and Changes

In response to the recent tragedy, landlords have been forced to evacuate students, and the administration has begun cracking down on illegal basements and encroachments. However, despite these actions, illegal operations continue, raising concerns about long-term solutions.

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) has initiated a crackdown on illegally-run basements and coaching centers, aiming to address safety concerns and prevent future tragedies.

Aakhir Tak Editor-in-Chief

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