3 government school teachers arrested for sexually assaulting 13-year-old girl in Tamil Nadu
Three teachers allegedly sexually assaulted a 13-year-old student at a government middle school in Tamil Nadu's Krishnagiri district. The incident came to light when the girl was absent from school for a long time and school officials went to meet her. All three accused teachers have been arrested under various sections of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act and suspended from service. As of February 6, 2025, the accused teachers have been sent to police remand for 15 days and the victim is being given necessary counselling and medical aid. The incident reportedly took place between January 1 and 3, when the three teachers allegedly sexually assaulted the 13-year-old girl in the school toilet. The girl had stopped attending school from January 3 citing ulcers as the reason, but later told the truth about the sexual assault to the school principal during a visit to her home. The principal immediately lodged a complaint with the District Child Line and the police visited the girl's house along with the Child Welfare Committee. The girl was then taken to the One-Stop Centre of the Krishnagiri Government Medical College Hospital for assistance and medical examination.
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The three accused teachers, aged 57, 48 and 37, have been arrested and charged under the POCSO Act, with the police investigation still underway.
The victim is being provided mental health support and counselling, with the district administration ensuring her safety and well-being.
The incident has sparked outrage in the area, with local residents and the girl's relatives demanding strict action against the accused teachers.
The District Education Officer (DEO) has suspended the three accused teachers from service pending the outcome of the investigation.
Krishnagiri Superintendent of Police P Thangadurai has assured that the culprits will not be spared, adding that the police are committed to ensuring justice for the victim.
Related developments
This incident is not an isolated one, Tamil Nadu has witnessed several cases of sexual assault on school girls in recent months, including one at Manamadurai in Sivaganga district and one at Anna University in Chennai.
Opposition parties, including the BJP and the AMMK, have condemned the incident. BJP state president K Annamalai has linked the rise in sexual crimes to governance failures and demanded strict action against the accused. The Tamil Nadu government has faced criticism over its handling of sexual assault cases. Opposition parties have alleged lack of safety for women and girls in the state. Investigation and outcome A police investigation is currently underway. The accused teachers are being questioned and evidence is being collected. The district administration has assured that the victim will be given all necessary support and counselling, with a focus on ensuring her safety and well-being. The incident has highlighted the need for strict safety measures in schools and the importance of addressing the root causes of sexual violence in society. Authorities are closely monitoring the case with an aim to ensure justice to the victim and prevent such incidents in the future.