The Rajasthan government approved ₹18 lakh for repairs of a government primary school near Jaipur, infamously dubbed the ‘buffalo-shed’ school. On August 13, 2026, ₹12 lakh was sanctioned from the District Mineral Foundation Trust (DMFT) fund, with an additional ₹6 lakh allocated from the MLA fund, according to a statement issued on Saturday by the state government, as reported by livemint.com.
The funding decision followed a campaign by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), which highlighted the poor condition of the school in the Bagru Assembly constituency. The CJP co-convener Ashutosh Ranka led the ‘School Thik Karo’ campaign, drawing media attention after the party team faced resistance from villagers during their visit on August 21. The campaign pressured the government to act on the dilapidated infrastructure, which had been criticized for resembling a buffalo shed.
This funding marks a rare instance of swift government response to grassroots activism in Rajasthan’s education sector. The ₹18 lakh allocation aims to address critical repairs and improve the learning environment for students. The use of DMFT and MLA funds underscores the government’s approach to utilizing local resources for infrastructure development. The move also sets a precedent for political parties to influence public service improvements through targeted campaigns.
The repairs are expected to commence shortly, with the Rajasthan government’s announcement on August 22, 2026, signaling a commitment to upgrading the school facilities. The CJP has declared the approval a ‘massive’ victory, reflecting the impact of their advocacy on local governance and education infrastructure.