The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has revoked the affiliation of Neerja Modi School in Jaipur, Rajasthan, up to the senior secondary level. The decision took effect immediately due to significant violations of affiliation bye-laws and child safety norms. This action follows the death of a Class 4 student in November 2025 , who reportedly died by suicide after experiencing mental harassment.
CBSE formed a two-member committee to investigate safety provisions at the school. This committee conducted a surprise inspection on November 3, 2025 . It interviewed school authorities, teachers, and staff, reviewed CCTV footage, and examined existing safety measures.
Investigation Findings and Lapses
The committee submitted its final report on November 17, 2025 . The report detailed serious lapses and violations of prescribed safety provisions by the school. CBSE stated these negligent actions are unacceptable for an affiliated institution.
Key safety failures identified by the committee include:
- Absence of proper CCTV surveillance.
- Failure to preserve CCTV footage for at least 15 days.
- Lack of safety steel nets in open areas and corridors on upper floors.
- Absence of a functional counselling system.
- No anti-bullying committee or policy.
- Staff and students not wearing identity cards.
- Non-compliance with child safety guidelines from the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights.
Impact on Students and School Operations
The affiliation withdrawal impacts students and school operations directly. CBSE outlined specific directives for students and the school:
For Current Students
- Class 10 and 12: Students will appear for their 2025-26 board examinations from Neerja Modi School.
- Class 9 and 11: Students must transfer to other CBSE-affiliated schools. This transition must conclude by March 31, 2026 . The CBSE regional office in Ajmer will supervise this process.
For School Admissions and Re-affiliation
- Neerja Modi School cannot admit new students.
- The school cannot promote students to Classes 9 and 11.
- The school may reapply for secondary level affiliation after one academic year, starting from the 2027–28 session . This is subject to full compliance with mandatory safety and child protection norms.
- Restoration of senior secondary affiliation will be considered only after at least two academic years following secondary level restoration.
State’s Role for Junior Classes
The status of students in Classes 1 to 8 falls outside CBSE’s jurisdiction. The Rajasthan State Directorate of Secondary Education will decide on these classes. CBSE also confirmed interactions with the parents of the deceased student, recording their statements.
CBSE emphasized that schools are expected to be safe havens for students. The board concluded that these violations strike at the foundation of affiliation, warranting strict and immediate action.