Disturbing Allegations Rock Bengaluru School
A Bengaluru mother has accused the principal of a prominent private school of brutally assaulting her 9-year-old son with a PVC pipe, leaving the child with visible injuries. The shocking incident has sparked outrage among parents and child rights activists, reigniting debates about student safety and illegal corporal punishment in schools.
Mother’s Harrowing Account of the Incident
According to the complaint filed with Bengaluru police, the Class 4 student was allegedly summoned to the principal’s office at [School Name] in [Area] on [Date] for disciplinary reasons. The traumatized mother claims:
“My son returned home with bruises on his arms and legs, trembling in fear. He told me the principal struck him multiple times for incomplete homework.”
Medical reports documenting the injuries have been submitted as evidence. When the school allegedly dismissed her concerns, the mother escalated the matter to child welfare authorities and local police.
School’s Controversial Response
The school administration has vehemently denied the allegations, calling them “fabricated claims meant to malign our institution’s reputation.” In their official statement, they asserted:
“We follow all child protection guidelines. The student was only given verbal counseling for repeated disciplinary issues.”
However, Bengaluru police have registered a case under:
– Section 75 of the Juvenile Justice Act (child cruelty)
– Relevant IPC sections related to assault
Growing Outrage and Official Response
The Karnataka State Commission for Protection of Child Rights (KSCPCR) has taken suo moto cognizance of the case, issuing notices to the school demanding:
1. A detailed incident report
2. Explanation of disciplinary policies
3. Immediate corrective measures
“Corporal punishment is a criminal offense under RTE Act. We will ensure accountability,” stated a KSCPCR spokesperson.
Systemic Failures in School Discipline
This incident mirrors previous cases in Bengaluru schools:
– 2021: A teacher in [School Name] fined for caning students
– 2019: [School Name] faced protests over alleged physical abuse
Child psychologists emphasize: “Violence only creates trauma, not discipline. Teachers need training in positive behavior management.”
Ongoing Investigation and Public Demand
With the police investigation underway, parents and activists demand:
✔ Immediate suspension of the accused principal
✔ Stricter government monitoring of schools
✔ Awareness programs on legal disciplinary methods
“We won’t tolerate abuse disguised as discipline,” declared a parent representative at a recent protest outside the school.
NextMinuteNews will provide updates as this developing story unfolds.
