Principal Suspended in Panchkula School Assault
The principal of a government school in Panchkula has been suspended with immediate effect following an assault on a six-year-old kindergarten student by a Class 3 student. This occurred on Wednesday.
Key Developments
According to a statement from the education department, the suspension was ordered under Rule 5 of the Haryana Civil Services (Punishment and Appeal) Rules, 2016. The principal’s headquarters will be the office of the district education officer, Ambala, during the suspension period. Two JBT teachers were also suspended in connection with the incident.
Victim’s Condition
A six-year-old girl is receiving treatment at the Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER) in Chandigarh. Medical staff are monitoring her recovery, and she is expected to remain hospitalized for another one or two days. The family is receiving support, and medical expenses are being covered by the institute.
Suspect Details
An eight-year-old boy is the alleged perpetrator. A psychological evaluation of the child is scheduled for Monday. Police have registered an FIR against the school principal, class in-charge, and watchman under Section 75 of the Juvenile Justice Act and Section 125-B of the BNS.
Investigation and Response
The Haryana Human Rights Commission may take suo motu cognisance of the matter. The Haryana State Commission for Protection of Child Rights (HSCPCR) has requested a detailed report from the district education officer. A committee formed by the education minister is also expected to submit its report soon.
Family Support
The victim’s uncle stated that the family is deeply shaken. The girl’s older sister, a Class 2 student at the same school, is also affected. The family initially considered transferring the girls to a different school but decided to remain after receiving assurances of full support and action against those responsible.
Source: Hindustan Times. Featured image credit: Hindustan Times.
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