Panchkula School Assault Case: 2 Teachers Suspended, FIR Against 3 Including Principal; 6-Year-Old Girl Admitted at PGI Shows Improvement, Eats Khichdi for the First Time

Strict action has been taken in connection with the physical assault of a 6-year-old female student at a government school in Panchkula. Two female teachers have been suspended, and an FIR has been registered against both teachers along with the school principal. In a major relief, the condition of the young girl admitted to PGI Chandigarh is showing signs of improvement.

Girl's Health Status

After remaining critical for several days, the child's health is now reported to be improving.

The family shared a video showing the child sitting in her mother's lap and eating. It was reported that she ate khichdi for the first time since the incident.

Her treatment is ongoing at PGI, where a team of doctors is keeping her under continuous observation.

The parents expressed deep gratitude to people across the country for their overwhelming support, good wishes, and prayers.

Administrative Action Taken

The incident occurred at the Government Sanskrit Primary School located in Sector-20, Panchkula:

The District Basic Education Officer suspended the 2 teachers involved.

An FIR has been formally registered against both teachers and the principal.

The incident has raised serious questions regarding the functioning and accountability of the school administration and the Education Department.

According to official sources, the 8-year-old accused boy may undergo a psychological assessment.

Child Rights Commission Takes Cognizance

Taking cognizance of the matter, the Haryana State Commission for Protection of Child Rights (HSCPCR) has sought a detailed action-taken report from the District Education Officer of Panchkula. HSCPCR Chairperson Tripti Sheoran stated that she received the video of the incident on Thursday evening. She emphasized that the commission wants a thorough mental health evaluation and counseling session conducted for the child to understand the underlying triggers behind such behavior. The commission will also investigate whether factors such as the domestic environment, living conditions, or exposure to violent video games contributed to the incident.

Note: The case involves minor children. The investigation is currently ongoing, and arriving at definitive conclusions regarding the cause would be premature.