Rajendra Dawadi
ON THE RECORD · 6 verbatim quotes · every quote source-verified
“I decided I shouldn't delay any more. Even if the flood was not coming, it was just a matter of a single day's classes.”
Rajendra Dawadi · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-30
Rajendra Dawadi explained his reasoning for calling an immediate evacuation regardless of the class schedule.
“If we didn't make a quick decision, if it was 10 minutes later, we all - including the students and me - wouldn't be able to speak to you today.”
Rajendra Dawadi · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-30
Rajendra Dawadi reflected on the quick evacuation of hundreds of students before floodwaters destroyed their school.
“Parents don't rush without a strong reason, so it was confirmed that I shouldn't waste a second to evacuate the children.”
Rajendra Dawadi · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-30
Rajendra Dawadi explained why he took immediate action after a parent rushed in warning of the flood.
“A parent came and told me that 'a big flood was coming, I am here to take my daughter, I will take her',”
Rajendra Dawadi · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-30
Rajendra Dawadi recalled the warnings he received from a parent right before deciding to evacuate the school.
“Had I decided to close the school after the period, nothing might be left, only the bell would be ringing at 9:30.”
Rajendra Dawadi · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-30
Rajendra Dawadi reflected on what would have happened had he waited to dismiss classes.
“I feel proud that we saved so many lives.”
Rajendra Dawadi · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-30
Rajendra Dawadi expressed his feelings about managing to evacuate hundreds of pupils to safety.