Kerala High Court: Alappuzha Kuttanad Kainakary SNDP School Flooding

The Kerala High Court took strong cognizance of the persistent flooding at SNDP School in Alappuzha’s Kuttanad region. The court directed local and state authorities to address drainage, water-logging, and safety hazards impacting continued school operations. The order emphasized the importance of safe learning environments and the rights of children under constitutional law. The court held educational infrastructure must be protected, mandating a report on remedial actions, restoration timelines, and long-term flood management. This intervention highlights judicial proactivity in public welfare, the right to education, and infrastructure resilience amid climate change and extreme weather.