The principal of a government school in the Sunni area of Shimla district has been booked for allegedly assaulting students and making indecent remarks against them during the morning assembly.
According to a complaint filed by parents, the principal allegedly slapped a 16-year-old girl and her 15-year-old cousin during the morning assembly in the presence of students and faculty members. The complainant also accused the principal of making derogatory and objectionable comments about his daughter during the assembly.
Police register case under multiple sections
Taking prompt action, police registered a case against the accused under Section 115(2) for voluntarily causing simple hurt, Section 79 for word, gesture or act intended to insult the modesty of a woman of the BNS, and Section 75 for cruelty to children of the Juvenile Justice Act.
The incident has raised serious concerns about the safety of students in government schools in the region. Parents have demanded strict action against the principal, who continues to face allegations of misconduct.
Our Take: Zero tolerance needed for such behaviour
To put it plainly, this is not just an assault — it is a betrayal of trust. A school principal is expected to be a protector, not a perpetrator. The fact that the alleged assault and indecent remarks happened during the morning assembly, in front of other students and teachers, makes it even more disturbing. In our view, the authorities must ensure a swift and transparent investigation. Cases like these damage the faith parents place in the education system. The law must take its course without delay, and the accused must face the full consequences if found guilty.
