Medak: A teacher and the principal of a government-run junior college in Narsapur have been suspended after a student allegedly fell ill after being forced to eat leaves from a plant as punishment for talking in class.
The incident took place at the Telangana Tribal Welfare Residential Junior College in Narsapur. According to officials, teacher D Srilatha allegedly made the girl eat leaves from a plant on the college premises as a disciplinary measure.
Student Falls Ill After Alleged Punishment
The student reportedly fell ill following the incident, which is said to have occurred some time earlier. After learning about the alleged punishment, her parents approached Medak district Collector Prathima Singh on Thursday and lodged a complaint.
The complaint prompted the district administration to order an inquiry into the incident.
Teacher and Principal Suspended
Following the inquiry, authorities suspended teacher D Srilatha and college principal Rajani on Friday.
The principal was also suspended over alleged negligence in the discharge of her duties. The district administration initiated action against both staff members following the complaint and subsequent investigation.
The incident has raised concerns about disciplinary practices in educational institutions and the responsibility of college authorities to ensure students’ safety.
Further details about the inquiry and the student’s condition were not provided in the information available.
