'If you've bathed, give me a kiss...' Teacher's misconduct in Hardoi's government school
A teacher at a government primary school in Hardoi, Uttar Pradesh, has been accused of inappropriate behavior, including sexual advances towards female students.
In a disturbing incident in Hardoi, Uttar Pradesh, a teacher at a government girls' primary school has been accused of making inappropriate sexual advances towards several female students. Allegations include unsolicited touching and using vulgar language, which were reported by two sisters who informed their family members about the misconduct. Following their report, their father lodged a formal complaint with the Block Education Officer, which prompted an investigation into the teacher's behavior.
The complaints led to more students coming forward with similar accusations against the teacher, Yogesh Kumar, who was reported to have asked one student if she had bathed, and upon receiving an affirmative answer, suggested she should kiss him. This shocking revelation has raised serious concerns regarding the safety and protection of students in educational institutions, highlighting the urgent need for stricter enforcement of regulations to safeguard children from such misconduct.
Consequently, the Block Education Officer took immediate action by suspending the teacher based on the findings of the investigation. The incident has ignited conversations around the accountability of teachers and the necessity for schools to create a safe environment for students, as well as the importance of encouraging victims to speak out against such behavior to prevent future occurrences and ensure justice.