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IN PHOTOS: Protest erupts in Jaipur after students faint in coaching centre, investigation underway

Updated On: 16 December, 2024 08:33 AM IST | Anisha Shrivastava

Several students fainted at Utkarsh Coaching Centre in Jaipur, sparking protests by others demanding the institute be sealed. The exact cause of the fainting is still unknown, though a gas-related issue is suspected. (PICS/PTI) 

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Affected students were taken to Somani Hospital for emergency medical treatment. Protesters refused to leave the coaching centre premises until their demands for sealing the institute and initiating an investigation were addressed.

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Affected students were taken to Somani Hospital for emergency medical treatment. Protesters refused to leave the coaching centre premises until their demands for sealing the institute and initiating an investigation were addressed.
Sub Divisional Magistrate Rajesh Jakhar assured students that their concerns would be conveyed to senior officials. Jaipur MP Manju Sharma visited the site and confirmed that 4-5 students fainted due to suspected gas inhalation.

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Sub Divisional Magistrate Rajesh Jakhar assured students that their concerns would be conveyed to senior officials. Jaipur MP Manju Sharma visited the site and confirmed that 4-5 students fainted due to suspected gas inhalation.
The condition of the affected students has improved, and they are now stable, according to medical authorities. A committee has been formed to investigate the incident and identify any negligence or safety lapses.

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The condition of the affected students has improved, and they are now stable, according to medical authorities. A committee has been formed to investigate the incident and identify any negligence or safety lapses.
MP Sharma assured strict action against those responsible for the mishap and promised accountability. Police and local authorities are monitoring the situation closely to ensure student safety and maintain order.

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MP Sharma assured strict action against those responsible for the mishap and promised accountability. Police and local authorities are monitoring the situation closely to ensure student safety and maintain order.
Officials have assured preventive measures will be implemented to avoid similar incidents in the future. Further details about the incident and the investigation findings are awaited.

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Officials have assured preventive measures will be implemented to avoid similar incidents in the future. Further details about the incident and the investigation findings are awaited.

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