A ceiling fan fell on a student during class hours at a government primary school in Poriem, Sattari, shortly after the school underwent renovations. The injured student was initially taken to Sanquelim Hospital and later transferred to Asilo Hospital, Mapusa, for further treatment. School authorities and local officials are investigating the incident, while parents have raised concerns over the safety of the school infrastructure.
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