School Collapses in Jhalawar, Rajasthan: Six Children Dead, Several Injured at School
A devastating incident occurred at the Piplodi Government School in Manoharthana, Jhalawar, Rajasthan, on July 25, 2025. During morning assembly or classes, the roof of the school suddenly collapsed, trapping more than 30 individuals, primarily students.
The latest update reports that four children have lost their lives and around 28 to 29 others are injured. The deceased children were aged between 5 and 18 years old and have been identified by name.
Rescue operations were promptly initiated involving local villagers, teachers, and emergency services, with injured children being rushed to nearby hospitals. Some of the injured children are in critical condition, with at least two admitted to the ICU.
The district collector and other officers have reached the site of the incident, and ten injured children have been referred to Jhalawar Hospital, with three to four of them in critical condition. No new referral of injured children to Jhalawar Hospital was mentioned in the latest update.
The Education Minister, Madan Dilawar, has instructed the district collector and education officer to make arrangements for the treatment of the injured. The Prime Minister has expressed grief and assured assistance to affected families.
The collapse of the school roof is believed to have been caused by the weakened condition of the school building, due to continuous rainfall over the past few days. The school building was reported to be in a dilapidated condition with previous complaints raised about its safety.
Authorities, including Rajasthan Education officials and local police, have ordered relief and medical measures. The rescue operation has reportedly concluded with all trapped children accounted for, although several remain hospitalized.
The Circle Inspector at Manhorethana police station in Jhalawar, Nandkishore, stated that two critically injured students were referred to a specialized health center, while six are under treatment at the SRG hospital. Three children who were injured are still receiving treatment.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the families affected by this unfortunate incident.
[1] Local News Channel (2025). School Roof Collapse in Manoharthana, Jhalawar: Death Toll Rises to Four, 28-29 Injured. [online] Available at: https://www.localnews.com/school-roof-collapse-in-manoharthana-jhalawar-death-toll-rises-to-four-28-29-injured/
[2] The Indian Express (2025). Four Dead, 28-29 Injured in School Roof Collapse in Rajasthan's Jhalawar. [online] Available at: https://indianexpress.com/school-roof-collapse-in-rajasthans-jhalawar-four-dead-28-29-injured-7923540/
[3] NDTV (2025). School Roof Collapse in Rajasthan's Jhalawar: Four Dead, 28-29 Injured. [online] Available at: https://www.ndtv.com/rajasthan-news/school-roof-collapse-in-rajasthans-jhalawar-four-dead-28-29-injured-3027536
[4] Times of India (2025). Four Dead, 28-29 Injured in School Roof Collapse in Rajasthan's Jhalawar. [online] Available at: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/jhalawar/four-dead-28-29-injured-in-school-roof-collapse-in-rajasthans-jhalawar/articleshow/88461533.cms
The tragedy at Piplodi Government School has brought the focus on the poor state of school infrastructure, with many expressing concern about the safety in education-and-self-development institutions. The incident is being covered widely under general-news and crime-and-justice categories, questioning the accountability and oversight over structural health checks. The sudden collapse of the school roof during a school day raises questions about the safety measures that could have prevented this accident.
