One of the key decisions taken by the committee is the installation of panic buttons in schools, which will enable students to alert authorities in case of an emergency. The buttons, developed by a Hyderabad-based company, can be used offline and will send alerts to the nearest police station, allowing for swift action.

Minister Kesarkar expressed confidence that this measure will help control such incidents in the future. The state government is expected to announce its final decision on the matter after discussing the committee’s report on Wednesday.

This move is a significant step towards creating a safer environment for students in Maharashtra, and other states may follow suit in the future.