A distressing incident occurred at a private school in Indore where a Class 4 student was allegedly attacked by three classmates with a geometry compass, reportedly striking the victim 108 times following a disagreement. The Child Welfare Committee (CWC) has initiated an investigation into the incident, expressing concern over such violent behavior among young children.
CWC Chairperson Pallavi Porwal emphasized the severity of the case and sought an investigation report from the police to ascertain the underlying reasons behind this disturbing act. The committee intends to provide counseling to all involved parties and explore potential influences like exposure to violent video games.
The victim’s father, appalled by the severity of the attack, expressed frustration over the lack of access to classroom CCTV footage. A formal complaint has been filed, and the police have conducted a medical examination of the victim. The authorities are actively addressing the situation, ensuring appropriate measures are taken in compliance with legal provisions.
