An assistant teacher at a primary school in Assam’s South Salmara-Mankachar district was attacked with a sharp weapon by the son of the school’s cook on Wednesday while classes were underway.
The violent incident, which has triggered widespread panic in the area, took place at No. The attacker, identified as Pittu-the son of the school’s cook-allegedly targeted assistant teacher Dipankar Das, leaving him with severe injuries. 2129 Bowalia Lower Primary School under the Mankachar Education Block.
After the incident, another assistant teacher, Begum Umme Habiba was terrified for her safety and locked herself inside a school washroom before fleeing to a nearby house. From there, she contacted teachers from neighbouring schools for help. The school administration has informed Mankachar Police about the incident and a probe has been initiated. The incident of violence inside a classroom has raised serious concerns among parents and locals regarding the safety of staff and students on school premises.
