Worms in food, poor conditions: 50 hostel girls approach Collector in Rajasthan

Around 50 Tribal Girls' Hostel students in Sirohi walked to the Collectorate alleging worms in food, poor cleanliness and living conditions, and inappropriate warden behaviour. Collector Rohitashva Singh Tomar ordered an inquiry.50 hostel girls walk to Sirohi Collectorate, allege worms in food and poor living conditions (screengrab)Around 50 students from the Tribal Girls' Hostel in Sirohi, Rajasthan, walked to the District Collectorate and raised complaints about food quality, cleanliness, living conditions and the warden's behaviour.The students alleged that hostel conditions had been poor for a long time. Their primary concern was the quality of food served at the hostel, with students claiming that worms had been found in their meals.They also raised concerns about cleanliness, living arrangements and other basic amenities. The students further alleged that the warden's behaviour was inappropriate when they spoke up about these issues.COLLECTOR ORDERS ENQUIRYThe students presented their grievances directly to District Collector Rohitashva Singh Tomar. He spent about an hour listening to their complaints and took the matter seriously. The Collector summoned the SDM, Tehsildar and ADPC of the Education Department and ordered a thorough investigation into the allegations. He also directed the immediate formation of an inquiry committee to ascertain the facts behind the students' complaints.STUDENTS SENT BACK TO HOSTELFollowing the Collector's instructions, the students who had reached the Collectorate were safely transported back to the hostel in about four government vehicles.(With reporter Rahul Tripathi's inputs)- EndsPublished By: Karan YadavPublished On: Aug 17, 2026 10:50 IST