Incident Overview:
On July 27, a tragic incident occurred at Rau’s IAS Study Circle in Rajindernagar, Delhi, where three students—Shreya Yadav, Tania Soni, and Navin Delvin—lost their lives. The incident happened when water from a flooded drain surged into the basement of the coaching center, which housed a library.
Victims:
- Shreya Yadav:
- Origin: Ambedkarnagar, Uttar Pradesh
- Background: Shreya was preparing for the IAS exam with dreams of becoming an IAS officer. Her family was devastated by the news, recalling a recent conversation where Shreya expressed her determination to return only after achieving her dream.
- Tania Soni:
- Origin: Aurangabad, Bihar
- Background: Tania, 25, had a passion for poetry and was actively involved in college events. Her father, Vijay Kumar, shared his grief, noting that he was en route to Lucknow when he received the news and had to make a detour to Delhi. Tania had moved to Delhi for her UPSC preparations after completing her degree in Political Science.
- Navin Delvin:
- Details: Little information is available about Navin, but he was also a victim of this unfortunate event.
Family Reactions:
- Shreya Yadav’s Family: Her mother shared with the media that she had spoken to Shreya a day before the incident. The news of her sudden death was a huge shock, as they had expected her to return only after fulfilling her IAS aspirations.
- Tania Soni’s Family: Her father described the distress of the situation, highlighting Tania’s deep love for poetry and her enthusiasm for various activities. Her death has left a significant void in their lives.
Government Response:
Delhi Education Minister Atishi has announced that the AAP-led government will introduce new regulations to oversee coaching centers. Action has already been taken against coaching centers operating libraries and classes in unsafe basement areas.
Future Actions:
- Regulation: New laws will be brought in to ensure the safety and proper regulation of coaching centers, particularly those operating in basements.
- Safety Measures: The incident has underscored the need for stringent safety measures in educational institutions to prevent such tragedies in the future.
This tragic event has brought to light the critical need for safety regulations in educational institutions and the importance of addressing infrastructure concerns to prevent future accidents.
