Kolar, 13 Sept

Police in Malur taluk in Karnataka’s Kolar, have registered an FIR against an auto driver, Chowdappa, for allegedly assaulting a government school teacher in Kshethranahalli village.

The incident occurred on Friday at the Government Higher Primary School, where teacher Manjula questioned a student about repeated absences and unpreparedness for a test. After being lightly reprimanded, the boy left saying he would bring his mother. Shortly afterward, Chowdappa, the boy’s father, stormed into the classroom, abused Manjula and allegedly pushed her against a doorframe, causing a minor head injury.

Other staff rushed to her aid as the accused fled. Manjula was treated at a Malur hospital and later discharged.

Block Education Officer Kempaiah said the parents often created disturbances at the school and that Manjula had recorded the incident for her safety. He urged police to act swiftly and ensure protection for teachers in border areas.

Manjula, the lone teacher at the school with just four students, said she faced constant pressure.

Roshani Gowda, President of Karnataka State Women’s employees

Association visited Manjula’s residence on Saturday and said that even after a lapse of more than thirty hours, the accused has not been arrested.