It appears that Swami Vivekanand International School (SVIS) in Kandivali West is taking proactive measures after students complained of skin irritation, possibly linked to pollution or construction dust. The school is working with the local BMC to investigate the issue.
Here is a brief summary of the situation:
Incident: On Monday, around 8 to 10 students reported itching on their cheeks. To ensure the safety of other students, the school declared a half-day to perform deep cleaning and water testing, but no conclusive cause was identified.
Ongoing Investigation: Although no significant findings were made after cleaning and water tests, a parent suggested that the irritation might be linked to pollution or construction dust nearby. On Tuesday, a few more students reported similar symptoms, although these were not serious.
Action Taken: As a precaution, the school has reached out to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) to conduct an inspection of the area to assess any potential sources of irritation from local pollution or construction work.
Response from Local Authorities: Manish Salwe, the assistant commissioner of the R South ward, confirmed that the BMC will inspect the area to identify possible causes for the students’ complaints.
This response shows how the school is trying to ensure the safety of its students by acting on their concerns and seeking external help from local authorities to investigate further.
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