Hoshiarpur, 5 January 2025: A principal from a private school in Vejjaran village, Hoshiarpur, sparked outrage after a video emerged showing him brutally beating a child during class. The incident, which unfolded within the school premises, left parents and residents deeply disturbed.
In the video, the principal is seen repeatedly slapping the child and pushing them to the ground, drawing widespread condemnation. The actions, captured on camera, have raised serious concerns about the role of educators in ensuring the welfare of students.
The matter is expected to be reported to the nodal officer on Tuesday, with authorities promising strict action against the principal. While the accused has reportedly apologized, the incident has reignited debates about accountability in schools.
Critics have pointed fingers at the education department, accusing it of failing to enforce stringent measures against bullying. Many believe timely intervention in previous cases could have prevented such incidents.
Questions now linger about the mental impact on the victim and what steps will be taken to prevent such occurrences in the future.
