Sambhal, May 13 -- A Muslim teacher and headmaster of a government primary school were arrested in Uttar Pradesh's Sambhal district after videos showing students in hijabs sparked outrage.

Viral videos and photographs from PM Shri Primary School in Jalab Sarai village showed boys wearing skullcaps, girls with hijabs, and students involved in Islamic prayers inside the school.

One clip showed children reciting the poem "Lab Pe Aati Hai Dua," written by Allama Mohammad Iqbal. The district education department responded swiftly and conducted a surprise check on May 8, when only the headmaster was allegedly present, while other staff were absent.

The district Basic Shiksha Adhikari (BSA) or the education officer identified the accused as M...