Warden Allegedly Harasses Students at Lucknow School
In a concerning incident at Kasturba Gandhi Residential Girls’ School in Bhujouli, Lucknow, the local police have filed a First Information Report (FIR) against the school’s warden, Sudha Yadav. The allegations against Yadav include physically and mentally harassing students, forcing them to perform menial tasks, and threatening them with expulsion.
The FIR was initiated by block education officer Sujeel Kumar Kanojia after multiple parents and their daughters voiced their complaints during the Samadhan Diwas event on October 4. Responding to these serious claims, District Magistrate Vishakh G Iyer established a three-member committee to investigate the situation. The committee, consisting of ADM Shipra Pal, ADM Jyoti Gautam, and AR Cooperative Vaishali Singh, conducted a thorough inspection of the school, gathering statements from students, teachers, and staff over more than six hours.
The inquiry revealed that Yadav had been physically reprimanding the girls for minor issues, using abusive language, and exhibiting discriminatory behavior when distributing daily supplies. Many students reported that they were made to clean bathrooms, dormitories, and various areas of the school. They were also compelled to help in the kitchen, which goes against established rules. Some students claimed that Yadav threatened to expel them if they spoke up about her actions.
The committee concluded that the warden’s behavior was not only cruel but also in violation of school regulations, leading to recommendations for strict action against her. Consequently, the police have registered the FIR under several sections of the Indian Penal Code, as well as clauses from the Juvenile Justice Act.
Following the investigation, authorities have terminated Yadav’s contract, and further legal actions will be taken based on the final inquiry report submitted to the District Magistrate.
