Ludhiana, Sept. 3 -- Days of continuous downpour have left more than 250 government schools in the district battling severe damage and waterlogging, disrupting normal functioning and exposing crumbling infrastructure. The schools - primary, middle, high and senior secondary among them - have reported leaking roofs, damaged flooring, flooded classrooms and faulty electrical equipment.

Taking note of the situation, the education department on Tuesday directed all schools to submit detailed reports of the losses. Schools were asked to provide specifics of the affected areas, including roof, flooring, plaster, boundary walls, joinery and paintwork. They were also instructed to report the number of toilets damaged and submit estimates for rep...