Dehradun, May 17 -- Garhwal Post Bureau

Haridwar, 15 May: Following a complaint received regarding an incident in the Sikandarpur area of Bahadrabad, the Chairperson of the Uttarakhand State Commission for Protection of Child Rights, Dr Geeta Khanna, conducted an on-site inspection of a local school. During the inspection, detailed discussions were held with the school principal, education department officials, children, and parents. The inquiry revealed that allegations against an assistant teacher regarding physical assault on a child and inappropriate behaviour with female staff appeared to be prima facie true.

Taking the matter seriously, the Commission directed the higher authorities concerned to ensure immediate and strict action....