Joint Director Education North Calls Sopore Girls School Ransacking Unfortunate, Classes to Resume Thursday

Joint Director Education Hakeem Tanvir on Tuesday described the ransacking of a government girls’ school in Sopore as unfortunate and harmful for students, staff, and the town.

He made the remarks after visiting the damaged Girls Higher Secondary School Sopore. Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel

Teacher Suspended After Complaint

Hakeem Tanvir said a teacher accused of misconduct was suspended on the same day the complaint was received.He added that the education department also ordered an inquiry into the matter.An FIR has also been registered, and police will investigate the case.

Heavy Damage to School Property

The official said protesters damaged doors, walls, and classrooms during the unrest.Broken glass was reportedly scattered inside the school, and classes could not be held on Tuesday because of the destruction.He said it was deeply sad because the institution exists for the children of Sopore.

Appeal for Responsibility

Tanvir urged teachers, parents, society, and the media to work together in guiding children with good values and responsibility.He said destroying school property was not the right response and has caused loss to everyone.He also mentioned that even the school principal was personally helping to clean the premises.

Classes to Restart Thursday

The Joint Director confirmed that educational activities are expected to resume from Thursday.He said the department would take any further action if necessary, but not unnecessary action.

Police Investigation Continues

He added that where criminal offences are involved, the law will take its course and police will handle that part of the case.

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