Principal Booked for Allegedly Assaulting Students in Visakhapatnam

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A disturbing incident came to light in Visakhapatnam when a 40-year-old teacher and principal, Rajasekhar, was accused of physically assaulting two Class-IX students, aged 14, with a metal scale at a private school in the Gandhinagar locality. The students' parents staged a protest outside the school, demanding action against the principal after noticing scars on their hands. According to police, the principal claimed the students were punished for indiscipline, but the parents alleged false accusations. An FIR has been registered under relevant sections of the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act and further investigations are underway.

Key Takeaways:

  • The incident occurred on Friday, inside a private school in Visakhapatnam's Gandhinagar locality, where a 40-year-old principal, Rajasekhar, allegedly assaulted two 14-year-old Class-IX students with a metal scale.
  • The parents of the students noticed scars on their hands after they returned home and staged a protest outside the school on Saturday, demanding action against the principal.
  • The principal claimed the students were punished for indiscipline, but the parents alleged false accusations and lodged a complaint with the police.
  • The police have registered a case against the principal under relevant sections of the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act and are conducting further investigations.
  • The statements of the students, parents, and principal have been recorded for further proceedings.
  • The incident highlights the need for schools to follow proper procedures for discipline and corporal punishment.
  • The Visakhapatnam police have launched an investigation into the allegations of physical assault and false accusations.

Statistics:

  • 2 Class-IX students, aged 14, were allegedly assaulted by the principal with a metal scale.
  • 1 principal, Rajasekhar, has been booked in connection with the incident.
  • The incident occurred inside a private school in Visakhapatnam's Gandhinagar locality.
  • The police have recorded statements from 3 individuals: the students, parents, and principal.

Sources:

  • The Times of India - timescontent.com (no date provided)