Seven Children Killed, Dozens Injured in Rajasthan School Roof Collapse

A tragic school roof collapse in Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India, on July 25, 2025, has resulted in the deaths of at least seven children and injuries to over twenty-six others, with some in critical condition. The government-run school building, described as dilapidated and weakened by recent heavy rains, collapsed during morning classes and prayers, trapping many students under debris. Rescue operations involved local villagers, police, and emergency services working to save and treat the injured, while distraught families gathered at hospitals. Authorities, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Rajasthan's Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma, expressed deep sorrow and pledged full support, compensation for victims' families, and a high-level investigation into the cause of the collapse. The incident has highlighted serious concerns about the poor infrastructural maintenance and chronic underfunding of government schools in the region. Local officials assured that strict action will follow the inquiry to prevent similar tragedies in the future.