Khordha: A student sustained critical burn injuries after a fire reportedly broke out during a project exhibition at a government high school in Khordha district on the occasion of Children’s Day Saturday.
The incident took place at Gadadhar Banchhanidhi Government High School in Manikagada under Bolagada block, where a Food Card project exhibition was being organised.
According to reports, the fire broke out accidentally while work related to a project was underway, reportedly involving petrol. The student suffered burns to his face, neck and chest.
He was initially rushed to the Bolagada Community Health Centre in a critical condition. As his condition deteriorated, he was shifted to AIIMS Bhubaneswar, where he is currently undergoing treatment.
The incident triggered tension on the school premises, with agitated local residents locking the school gate in protest.
