A shocking incident from Telangana’s Nagarkurnool district has triggered widespread debate after a contractor locked a government school building in protest over unpaid bills. The incident, which was caught on video and later went viral on social media, took place at Koderu mandal headquarters and caused inconvenience to students and teachers alike.
Protest Over ‘Mana Ooru–Mana Badi’ Payments
According to local sources, the school building was constructed under the state government’s flagship ‘Mana Ooru–Mana Badi’ programme, which aims to improve infrastructure in government schools. Suresh, the contractor who executed the project, said he completed the construction nearly two years ago. However, he alleged that the government has not released the pending bills despite repeated requests and representations.
Suresh claimed that he borrowed large sums of money to complete the project on time. As a result, he now struggles to repay loans and mounting interest. Frustrated by the long delay, he decided to lock the school building as a form of protest, demanding immediate payment of his dues.
Students and Teachers Face Difficulties
The contractor’s action directly affected daily school activities. When students and teachers arrived at the campus, they found the school gate locked. As a result, classes were disrupted, and many students were forced to return home. Teachers expressed concern over the situation, saying such disputes should not interfere with children’s education.
Parents who came to know about the incident also voiced anger and worry. They urged authorities to resolve the issue quickly so that students do not suffer further.
Video Sparks Public Debate
A video showing the locked school gate quickly spread across social media platforms. The footage sparked sharp reactions from netizens, with many questioning the government’s handling of contractor payments. While some supported the contractor’s protest, others criticised the decision to lock a school and disrupt education.
Authorities Under Pressure
Following the viral video, pressure mounted on local education and district officials to intervene. Although no official statement had been released at the time of reporting, sources said officials were looking into the payment issue and holding discussions with the contractor.
The incident has once again highlighted the impact of delayed government payments on contractors and public services. Many believe that timely bill clearance is essential to prevent such extreme protests and to ensure that development projects do not harm students or the public.
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— Telugu Scribe (@TeluguScribe) January 19, 2026
