Ragging Incident Shakes Assam: Teacher Suspended, Students Transferred

A teacher was suspended and nine students transferred following a ragging incident at an educational institution in Assam's Morigaon district. The district administration, in collaboration with Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya authorities, took decisive action after a committee investigated the alleged physical assault of a junior student.

A serious ragging incident at an educational institute in Assam's Morigaon district has led to the suspension of a teacher and the transfer of nine senior students, authorities revealed on Thursday.

The teacher, Bishwajit Chowdhury, was suspended for neglecting his duties as a House master, as disclosed by Additional District Commissioner Anusuya Sarma. Vice Principal Dhrubajyoti Sharma will also be transferred to Nagaland's Mokokchung.

An investigation committee reported that senior students assaulted a junior student on November 5, prompting disciplinary actions to prevent future incidents. Parents of the involved students are required to ensure their children refrain from similar actions.

(With inputs from agencies.)