The headmaster of a government school has been suspended, and the salaries of two teachers have been withheld following the drowning of two schoolgirls during an unauthorized school picnic. The girls, aged 12 and 14, drowned in a river in Sattarpur village on July 18.
The school had organized the picnic without obtaining the necessary permission from the authorities. This oversight has raised serious concerns about student safety and the accountability of school officials. The district administration has taken swift action by suspending the headmaster and withholding the salaries of the two teachers responsible for organizing the outing.
According to Hindustan Times reports, the district administration has ordered a thorough inquiry to investigate the circumstances leading to the tragedy. Additionally, the government has announced a compensation of ₹4 lakh each to the families of the deceased girls.
This incident has sparked a broader discussion on the need for stringent safety protocols and greater oversight in school activities to prevent such tragedies in the future. The Saharsa district administration has emphasized the importance of following proper procedures and obtaining necessary permissions for school excursions to ensure the safety and well-being of students.
The loss of the two young lives has left the community in mourning and has underscored the urgent need for reforms in school safety measures. The incident serves as a stark reminder of educational institutions' responsibilities towards their students and the critical need for adhering to safety guidelines.
As the inquiry progresses, the focus will be on implementing stricter safety protocols and ensuring that all school-related activities are conducted with the highest standards of care and oversight. The tragedy in Saharsa is a poignant call to action for schools across the region to prioritize student safety and prevent such heartbreaking incidents from occurring in the future.
