Guwahati, April 23 -- Instances of inappropriate conduct by teachers in classrooms are emerging as a growing concern in Assam, with official records indicating a steady rise in such cases over the past few years, including a significant proportion involving sexual abuse.

Data compiled between 2023 and 2026 show that at least 30 cases of teacher misconduct have been formally recorded across the state. These range from verbal abuse and intimidation to serious allegations of sexual harassment. Around 35% of the cases involve alleged sexual misconduct registered under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, while nearly 30% relate to verbal intimidation. The remaining cases pertain to coercion or misuse of authority with...