Min's surprise visit exposes BC hostel's poor conditions
: The deplorable state of basic amenities in govt hostels has once again come to light after home minister Vangalapudi Anitha discovered a strand of hair in her meal while dining with students at a BC girls' hostel.
Anitha conducted a surprise inspection of the hostel in her own constituency of Payakaraopeta on Monday night. Upon arrival, she found that the hostel warden was absent and overall maintenance was visibly inadequate.
After speaking with the students and learning of their grievances, she joined them for dinner — only to uncover a strand of hair on her plate. She also criticised the discrepancy between the meals mandated by govt guidelines and what was actually being served.
Visibly appalled, the minister confronted the kitchen staff. "Is this the kind of food you serve to children?" she asked. Ordering an inquiry, she instructed officials to install CCTV cameras on the premises without delay to improve accountability and safety.
A video of the incident has since gone viral, prompting public criticism. "If this is how the home minister is treated during a surprise visit, imagine what the students endure every day," remarked a netizen.
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Speaking to reporters on Tuesday, Anitha said providing good facilities to students is the primary goal of the NDA govt. "However, the menu was not being followed at Payakaraopeta hostel. The warden was not available, and there was no security in the hostel. We have suspended the warden," the minister said.
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