Controversy Erupts Over Teacher's Alleged Defacement of Rangoli Art

A teacher at a government college in Madhya Pradesh is accused of defacing rangoli paintings of deities and the national flag, sparking outrage and legal action. Video evidence prompted a police complaint by the ABVP, leading to an FIR against the teacher and potential job removal.

A controversy unfolded at a state-run college in Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, where a teacher, allegedly defaced rangoli paintings depicting deities and the national flag during a cultural event.

The incident triggered a strong reaction from the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP), a student body affiliated with the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh. A complaint was filed, and police action followed, with authorities confirming a formal investigation alongside promises of severe consequences.

Minister Vishwas Sarang emphasized zero tolerance for such acts, and Dewas collector Ritu Raj stated that a FIR was filed under sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, with plans to remove the accused from the post and notify higher education officials of the case.