Tura, May 22: Tura Government College (TGC) has issued a clarification regarding a recent incident circulating on social media showing students appearing for examinations in candle-lit classrooms, stating that the situation was taken out of context.
According to a clarification issued by TGC Principal, I. W. Momin, the incident occurred on May 21 after the region was hit by a severe storm, which disrupted electricity supply in and around the college campus. The power outage was caused due to emergency repair and restoration works being undertaken by the concerned electricity authorities.
The college informed that the restoration process was delayed by approximately 15 to 20 minutes due to circumstances beyond the institution’s control.
In the absence of a long-duration power backup facility, the college administration made immediate temporary arrangements using the limited resources available, including candles, to ensure that students could continue writing their examinations with minimal inconvenience.
The institution stated that it prioritised the interest of the students and made every possible effort to ensure that the examination process continued smoothly despite the unforeseen circumstances caused by the natural calamity and prolonged power disruption.
The college administration also expressed appreciation for the patience, cooperation, and understanding shown by the students, invigilators, and guardians during the difficult situation.
