Principal Alleges Assault by Teacher at Dhanarua School, Education Department Launches Probe
Dhanarua, Patna: A serious incident at Shri Ram Hari Higher Secondary School in Pabheda village under Dhanarua block of Patna district has drawn the attention of the Education Department and local administration. The school's principal, Safdar Imam, has accused assistant teacher Manoranjan Prasad Sinha of physically assaulting him during an altercation on Thursday. Following the incident, tension prevailed on the school campus. The Block Education Officer (BEO) has initiated an inquiry into the matter and sought written explanations from both parties.
Taking the allegations seriously, the Education Department has ordered a preliminary investigation to determine the facts. Officials are collecting information from the school before deciding on further action.
Dispute Escalated Inside the School
According to available information, regular academic activities were underway on Thursday when a disagreement reportedly arose between the principal and the assistant teacher over an administrative or work-related issue. Witnesses said the argument quickly intensified into a heated verbal confrontation.
Principal Safdar Imam alleged that during the dispute, assistant teacher Manoranjan Prasad Sinha behaved inappropriately and physically attacked him. He claimed the incident caused him both physical and mental distress. Other teachers and school staff reportedly intervened to separate the two and bring the situation under control.
Principal Demands Strict Action
After the incident, the principal submitted a written complaint to higher authorities, demanding strict departmental action against the accused teacher. He stated that such incidents in an educational institution not only violate discipline but also send a negative message to students.
According to the principal, the situation could have become more serious had other staff members not intervened in time. He has requested a fair and impartial investigation.
Teacher's Version Will Also Be Considered
Education Department officials emphasized that the accused teacher's version of events will also be heard before any conclusion is reached. If Manoranjan Prasad Sinha submits a written explanation or complaint, it will be included in the investigation.
Officials said that no disciplinary action will be taken until all facts are verified and both sides are given an opportunity to present their case.
Block Education Officer Begins Inquiry
The Block Education Officer stated that the matter is being treated seriously. A detailed report has been sought from the school administration, and statements from teachers and staff who witnessed the incident will be recorded.
If required, officials may conduct an on-site inspection of the school. The inquiry report will then be forwarded to the District Education Officer, who will decide on further departmental action based on the findings.
Classes Briefly Affected
The incident reportedly created panic among students for a short period. As the dispute unfolded, several students came out of their classrooms. Teachers later restored order, and normal academic activities resumed.
Parents have expressed concern over the incident, saying that schools should remain safe and disciplined environments. They believe that disagreements between teachers and administrators should be resolved through dialogue and established departmental procedures rather than confrontation.
Questions Raised Over Workplace Discipline
The incident has sparked discussions about workplace discipline and professional conduct in educational institutions. Education experts believe that better communication and coordination between school administrators and teaching staff can help prevent such situations.
They also suggest that schools should strengthen internal grievance redressal and conflict resolution mechanisms to ensure that minor disagreements do not escalate into major disputes.
Action After Fair Investigation
The Education Department has clarified that no one should be considered guilty until the inquiry is completed. The final decision will be based on witness statements, documentary evidence, and written responses from both parties.
If any individual is found responsible after the investigation, appropriate departmental action will be taken in accordance with the applicable service rules of the Bihar Education Department.
For now, the department is closely monitoring the situation, while the school administration is working to maintain a normal academic environment so that students' education is not disrupted. The inquiry report is expected to determine the actual sequence of events and establish responsibility for the incident.
