Madrassa Teacher Arrested in Muzaffarnagar for Alleged Sexual Assault of Student
A 70-year-old Urdu teacher employed at a madrassa in Muzaffarnagar district has been arrested following the emergence of a disturbing video that purportedly shows him sexually assaulting a 13-year-old male student inside a classroom. The arrest was made on Monday after the video began circulating widely on social media platforms, sparking outrage and concern among local communities and authorities.
Details of the Incident and Investigation
According to official reports, the alleged crime took place on September 7, 2024. The assault was secretly recorded on a mobile phone by another student who was present in the classroom, capturing the incident in detail. This video remained undisclosed until recently when it started spreading across various social media channels, leading to immediate police intervention.
When the family of the survivor confronted him about the video, he disclosed that the teacher had assaulted him and issued threats to ensure his silence. Following this revelation, the family filed a formal written complaint with the police, which prompted the registration of a case against the accused teacher. The swift action resulted in his arrest, as confirmed by law enforcement officials.
Legal Proceedings and Charges
SP (Rural) Aditya Bansal provided updates on the legal proceedings, stating that the accused teacher was produced before a court on Monday and subsequently sent to jail. The teacher has been booked under multiple sections of the law, including BNS sections 140-4 for kidnapping, 351-3 for criminal intimidation, and sections 5/6 of the Pocso Act, which deals with protection of children from sexual offenses. Authorities have assured that appropriate action will be taken in accordance with these charges to ensure justice is served.
The case highlights ongoing concerns about child safety in educational institutions and underscores the importance of vigilance and prompt reporting in such matters. The police are continuing their investigation to gather further evidence and ensure all aspects of the case are thoroughly examined.
