Usha Kiran, principal of Wisdom English School in Vijayapura near Devanahalli, was arrested for caning a class 5 student, leaving visible marks. The incident occurred after students allegedly refused to assist her specially-abled son.
Key Points
- Incident Details: The principal reportedly caned two students for refusing to help her son, who attends the school.
- Parent’s Complaint: The girl’s father filed a police complaint after noticing injuries on her legs and hands.
- Charges: Usha Kiran was booked under the Juvenile Justice Act and IPC Section 115 (voluntarily causing hurt).
- Principal’s Admission: Usha Kiran admitted to losing her temper and expressed regret, acknowledging she should have addressed the situation differently.
Current Status
Authorities have taken action, and the case highlights the importance of managing school discipline without resorting to corporal punishment.
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