The Kashmir Dialogues
NADEEM NADU
Pulwama, July 28 (JKNS): At least 15 students fell unconscious, some experiencing panic attacks, after a chemical reaction occurred during a laboratory experiment at the Government Girls Higher Secondary School (GGHSS) in Khrew on Monday.
An official told news agency JKNS that the incident took place during a routine chemistry practical when a container of acid reportedly reacted unexpectedly, causing fumes to spread inside the laboratory.
The sudden incident led to chaos, with several students collapsing and others experiencing severe distress and breathing difficulties, the official added.
All affected students were immediately rushed to a nearby hospital, with some later referred to SMHS Hospital Srinagar for specialized treatment. Their condition is stated to be stable.
BMO Pampore, Dr. Yusuf, confirmed to JKNS that 15 students had fallen unconscious and were promptly shifted to hospital care. “All of them are stable,” he said.
Deputy Commissioner Pulwama, Basharat Qayoom, told JKNS that the incident occurred inside the school laboratory. “A Magistrate and Tehsildar are on site and are verifying the facts,” he added. (JKNS)
