In Uttar Pradesh's Shahjahanpur, a primary school headmaster faced suspension in response to allegations of inappropriate conduct and harassment by female students from classes 4 and 5. Moreover, a formal police case was lodged against the teacher, leading to his subsequent arrest.
The accused, identified as Asif Jamal, served as the headmaster of the primary school in Shahjahanpur. He was accused by five female students of engaging in indecent behavior and molestation. The students' parents reported that, upon confrontation, the teacher had offered an apology for his actions. However, it was disheartening to note that his misconduct continued towards the young female students.
According to local law enforcement, the students had confided in a female teacher at the school, expecting assistance. Unfortunately, instead of aiding the students, the teacher advised them to remain silent.
Frustrated and deeply concerned about the headmaster's inappropriate behavior, the parents of the female students brought the matter to the attention of the school's Principal on October 13. In response, the Basic Education Officer took swift action by suspending Asif Jamal and initiating a formal police complaint.
Ranveer Singh, the Basic Education Officer in Shahjahanpur, stated, "Upon learning of the incident, I immediately visited the school to speak with the affected students and their parents. The implicated teacher was promptly suspended."
Law enforcement officials have since launched an investigation into the matter, with Asif Jamal undergoing questioning regarding the allegations.
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