Delhi teen's death sparks probe into alleged teacher harassment
Delhi teen's death sparks probe into alleged teacher harassment
Delhi government forms an inquiry into alleged teacher harassment after a student’s death near Rajendra Place; four staff suspended as protests demand accountability.
The Delhi student's death near Rajendra Place Metro Station has sparked a wave of protests and calls for accountability. He reportedly left a note accusing teachers of harassment, and the incident has prompted the Delhi government to form an inquiry committee. The school has suspended four staff members as investigators review the allegations.
Classmates at St Columba's School say the teen faced repeated humiliation from teachers, and they say the counsellor dismissed his suicidal thoughts as a joke. This has added to calls for a transparent probe into how schools handle mental health and disciplinary issues.
Students, parents, and activists gathered outside the school and at various metro stations, demanding justice and clearer safeguarding mechanisms. The case has intensified scrutiny of how distress among students is identified and responded to, and whether support services were accessible to him.
The incident comes amid ongoing debates about school culture and accountability in Delhi, with authorities promising reforms and a thorough review of policies and teacher conduct. The investigation will look into the timing of counseling, handling of warning signs, and the steps taken after the student's death.
