Bengaluru: A Class 9 student at Oakwood International School near LR Bande was allegedly assaulted with a wooden stick by her mathematics teacher, Shabista, according to a complaint by her parents.
The assault left the student with severe swelling and bruising on her hand, back, and thigh, News18 reported.
The student's parents have lodged a complaint against the teacher and the school at the DJ Halli police station. Based on the complaint, police have registered an FIR and launched an investigation. The family is demanding strict action against those responsible.
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Parents Allege Assault With Wooden Stick, Inaction By School Authorities
According to the complaint, the mathematics teacher assaulted the student with a wooden stick, causing severe swelling and bruising on her hand and body.
The parents accused the school administration of failing to take action despite being informed immediately about the incident. The class teacher was informed first but did not take action. The family then escalated the issue to school principal Munawar Pasha and manager Massiullah. However, they claimed that their complaints were ignored, and no action was taken against the teacher, the report added.
Frustrated by the school administration's inaction, the student's mother has filed a separate complaint with the Child Rights Commission, seeking immediate intervention in the matter.
Police Launch Investigation
Police have launched an investigation into the alleged assault and circumstances surrounding the incident. Authorities stated that the allegations against the teacher and school management are yet to be established.
The probe will examine the parents'complaint, the extent of the alleged assault, and claims that school officials were notified but failed to respond. Police stated that further action will depend on the findings of the ongoing investigation.