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Haryana Suspends Two Teachers After Alleged Assault on Six‑Year‑Old in Panchkula School
By ANI
A six‑year‑old girl was allegedly assaulted by a third‑grade student at a government school in Panchkula, prompting the Haryana Education Department to suspend two Junior Basic Training teachers, Simranjeet Kaur and Pooja Rani, effective immediately. The Haryana State Commission for Protection of Child Rights has taken suo motu cognisance of the incident and directed the District Education Officer, Panchkula, to submit a detailed factual report on the actions taken by the Education Department. The family of the victim claims the accused student led them to the injured, unconscious girl and questions why the incident was not noticed despite CCTV cameras monitored from the principal’s office. They allege the girl was first struck with a stone, then attacked with a flower pot, and dragged a significant distance, leaving her severely injured. Deputy Commissioner of Police Aditi Singh said an FIR has been registered against the school management for alleged negligence, and a case has been filed under the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act and the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. (ANI)
Frequently asked questions
Which teachers were suspended?
Simranjeet Kaur and Pooja Rani, Junior Basic Training teachers.
What actions have been taken by authorities?
The Haryana Education Department suspended the teachers; the State Commission for Protection of Child Rights directed the District Education Officer to submit a report; an FIR was registered against the school management; a case was filed under the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act and the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.