MORIGAON, ASSAM – A teacher has been suspended and nine students transferred following a severe ragging incident at Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya (JNV) in Assam’s Morigaon district. District authorities announced the disciplinary actions on Thursday, after an investigation into the alleged physical assault of a junior student on November 5 .
Disciplinary Actions Imposed
Bishwajit Chowdhury, a House Master at the JNV, received suspension. Officials cited dereliction of duty as the reason for his suspension. Additional District Commissioner (Education) Anusuya Sarma confirmed these actions.
Vice Principal Dhrubajyoti Sharma also faced transfer. Sharma will now serve at a JNV in Mokokchung, Nagaland. This move indicates a broader shake-up within the school’s administration.
Nine senior students were directly involved in the ragging incident. All nine have been transferred to different JNV schools across Assam. These transfers aim to separate the students from the affected environment and reinforce anti-ragging policies.
Details of the Incident
The incident occurred on November 5 . A group of senior students allegedly physically assaulted a junior student. The specific nature of the assault was not detailed, but it prompted immediate intervention from the district administration.
Investigation and Official Response
Upon learning of the incident, the district administration quickly formed a committee. This committee was tasked with investigating the allegations thoroughly. Representatives from the district administration, local police, and JNV authorities comprised the investigative body. Their findings led directly to the disciplinary measures announced.
Future Measures and Warnings
Parents of the transferred senior students must submit a formal undertaking. This document legally binds them to ensure their children will not participate in similar incidents in the future. This step emphasizes accountability for student behavior.
All teachers at the Morigaon JNV also received a stern warning. They must perform their duties as House Masters diligently. Officials stress the importance of supervision and intervention to prevent ragging. This institutional directive aims to foster a safer educational environment for all students.