Student Fatally Stabbed by Peer at Indian School
Following a tragic incident, authorities and the Seventh Day Adventist Higher Secondary School in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, are facing scrutiny and calls for accountability. On Tuesday afternoon, a Class 10 student lost his life in a knife attack that took place outside the school premises[1].
According to the Khokhra police, the weapon used in the attack was kept in a car, not brought into the school[1]. Two juvenile suspects, including the accused student, have been detained under the Juvenile Justice Act[1][3]. The police investigation has uncovered chilling chat evidence confirming the crime and revealing a motive of revenge after prior altercations[2][3].
The victim was rushed to the hospital but tragically died during treatment[1]. In response, the school has declared a holiday to pay tribute to the deceased student[1]. Protesters, however, have accused the school of negligence and refuse to accept the student's body until "justice" is served[1].
The school's administrator, Mayurika Patel, stated that the accused child had a history of complaints and action was taken earlier[1]. Despite this, the school failed to inform authorities promptly, and a notice has been issued to explain its conduct[1]. The District Education Officer, Rohit Chaudhary, has confirmed this delay[1].
The attack reportedly stemmed from a minor dispute a few days earlier[1]. The school premises were assaulted, and classrooms and property were vandalized[1]. Some parents have staged a road blockade in support, demanding immediate action[1]. Strict action, including issuing an LC against the child, will be taken by the school[1].
The incident has sparked outrage among parents and community members[1]. The principal, Dr. G. Immanuel, who is also the president of the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE), has come under particular scrutiny[1]. The school's managing trust, the Ashlock Trust affiliated with the global Seventh-day Adventist Church, is also implicated in the criticism for student safety failure[1].
Investigations are ongoing, with CCTV footage being scanned as part of the investigation[1]. Details about the incident are still awaited, but it is clear that this tragedy has shaken the community and raised questions about school safety and accountability.
[1] - The Times of India [2] - NDTV [3] - Hindustan Times
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