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Residents of Panangulam village near Srivilliputhur have raised serious concerns about the safety of students after alleging that alcohol and ganja are being sold illegally near a government primary school. A complaint has been submitted to District Collector V.P. Jayaseelan demanding immediate action.
The issue pertains to the Government Panchayat Union Primary School in Panangulam, where more than 100 students are currently enrolled. According to residents, a private individual has constructed a shop adjacent to the school’s entrance and is allegedly selling liquor and ganja from the premises. The shop, they say, has obstructed the main entrance of the school, forcing students to take a detour via a nearby riverbank to attend classes.
Complainants have also claimed that those attempting to question or intervene are being threatened. A video purportedly documenting the illegal activity was submitted to the Krishnan Kovil Police Station, but residents allege that no action has been taken so far.
In their complaint to the District Collector, the residents urged authorities to take appropriate measures to remove the illegal shop and restore safe access to the school for students and the public.
(With inputs from Kamadhenu)
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