“We have installed huge nets in all lobbies and balconies to block students in case they jump from higher floors. These nets can hold weight up to 150 kg and also ensure that students do not get injured,” said Vinod Gautam, owner of Vishalakshi Residency, a girls’ hostel with over 200 rooms spread across eight floors. He hoped spring coils in fans and these nets will help prevent any untoward incident.

“So far, no suicide has taken place in my hostel but we have to be ready. Parents often panic and such measures will give them confidence as they are far from their children,” he said.

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Slap row student may be admitted to government school

A Muslim student, who was slapped by his classmates following the orders of a school teacher in Muzaffarnagar, will be admitted to a government primary school provided his family agrees to it, officials of the education department said on Sunday. The department will also facilitate for the transfer of other students studying in Neha Public School in Khabbupur village where the incident took place on Friday, they said.

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