Bengaluru: More than a month after a 12-year-old student died after collapsing inside his classroom, his parents have accused a private school in Bengaluru of negligence, alleging that delays in providing medical attention and informing the family contributed to his death.

The allegations surfaced after the family reviewed CCTV footage from the school following the tragic incident that occurred on June 10.

Parents allege repeated pleas for help were ignored

The deceased, Arhan Pasha, was a Class 5 student at New Blossom School in Weavers Colony on Bannerghatta Road.

According to his father, Arhan informed his teacher at around 11.30 am that he was feeling unwell and requested that his father be called. However, the family alleges that the teacher did not respond to his request.

During the lunch break, the boy reportedly complained once again about feeling ill, but was allegedly asked to remain in school until classes ended at 3 pm.

At around 1.30 pm, Arhan collapsed inside the classroom, after which the school authorities informed the family.

CCTV footage raises questions

The child’s uncle rushed to the school and took him to a nearby hospital on a two-wheeler.

The parents claimed doctors informed them that their son’s life might have been saved had he reached the hospital about 20 minutes earlier.

After reviewing the school’s CCTV footage, the family alleged that Arhan remained on the school premises for nearly 45 minutes after collapsing before they were informed.

The family has accused the school management of failing to respond promptly despite the child showing signs of distress.

School denies negligence

Responding to the allegations, school teacher Ranjitha said staff members attended to the boy immediately after he collapsed by giving him water. She claimed that after a short while, Arhan said he was feeling better.

Believing he was suffering from low blood pressure, the staff reportedly gave him sugar and informed his parents.

The teacher also stated that the school had only one van and its driver was away for lunch. Before alternative arrangements could be made to take the student to hospital, his parents had already reached the school.

The matter has sparked concern over emergency medical response protocols in educational institutions, with the allegations likely to be examined by the authorities.