Chennai Schools Struggle with Post-Election Cleanup
The writing is on the wall for city schools after election day
The Times Of India
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After the recent elections, government schools in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, faced significant cleanup challenges as many served as polling stations. With 95% of polling sites located in schools, leftover campaign materials and waste have burdened staff, highlighting the need for better sanitation management during elections.
- 0195% of polling stations in Chennai were located in schools, causing significant post-election cleanup challenges.
- 02Strong adhesive used for campaign posters damages school walls during removal.
- 03Cleaning costs for repainting walls can reach ₹5,000 (approximately $60 USD).
- 04Private schools also reported similar sanitation issues during elections.
- 05Some school officials view the mess as a normal part of the electoral process.
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In Chennai, Tamil Nadu, the aftermath of the recent elections left many government schools struggling with cleanup duties as they served as polling stations. Approximately 95% of the 250 to 350 polling sites were located in schools, leading to mounds of paper waste, leftover food packets, and campaign posters plastered on walls. School staff are now tasked with restoring order, while the strong adhesive used for posters poses a challenge, often damaging the paint when removed. The cost of repainting walls can reach ₹5,000 (about $60 USD), adding to the financial burden. Officials from private schools echoed similar concerns, noting a lack of sanitation oversight during the polling process. While some school heads acknowledge the mess as part of the electoral process, many believe that better management is necessary to prevent such issues in the future.
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The condition of schools post-elections affects the learning environment for students and imposes financial burdens on school management.
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