Teachers Attacked by Students in Kaithal District: Serious Concerns Raised

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In a worrying trend that has brought fear among the teaching community in Kaithal district of Haryana, a chemistry teacher was allegedly thrashed by students over a disciplinary remark. This incident has triggered a wave of protests among teachers, demanding stricter security measures and action against the perpetrators. The attack comes just days after a school principal in nearby Hisar district was stabbed to death by a student over similar remarks.

Key Takeaways:

  • A chemistry teacher at Govt Senior Secondary School in Serhada village of Kaithal district was allegedly attacked by students over a disciplinary remark.
  • The incident has triggered a wave of protests among teachers, demanding stricter security measures and action against the perpetrators.
  • A school principal in Bass village in Hisar district was stabbed to death by a school student on July 10 over disciplinary remarks.
  • The village panchayat and school staff locked the school premises and launched a protest outside the main gate, demanding strict action and better security for teachers.
  • The police have arrested two adults, Abhimanyu and Aman, aged 21 and 23, respectively, who were involved in the attack.
  • A case under Section BNS has been lodged against the accused.

Statistics:

  • The incident occurred at a school in Serhada village, around 27 kilometers from the district headquarters.
  • Over five children gathered outside the school at dispersal time and attacked the chemistry teacher.
  • The police have identified the accused as Abhimanyu and Aman, aged 21 and 23, respectively.
  • The case has been lodged under Section BNS.
  • The police are yet to arrest others who were involved in the attack.

Sources:

  • "After the recent killing of a school principal in Hisar district, a chemistry...". The Tribune (Published: no date mentioned), no URL.

* Author: TNN Kaithal

  • "A chemistry teacher posted at Govt Senior Secondary School in Serhada village...". The Times of India (Published: no date mentioned), no URL.

* Author: Sunil Gautam