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8-year-old girl subjected to inhumane punishment at Jalandhar school, police intervene
✍️ Amar Ujala · Jalandhar
🗓 10 Oct 2026, 11:01 PM
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An eight‑year‑old pupil was forced to walk on her hands and feet at a Jalandhar school, prompting her father to call child‑helpline 1198 and police to intervene.
Jalandhar, Punjab – According to the child's father, his eight‑year‑old daughter was made to walk on her hands and feet after arriving at school with a braid. The father reported the incident to the child helpline number 1198, after which police officers arrived at the school premises.
The police investigation confirmed the alleged inhumane punishment, and the school administration reportedly acknowledged its mistake in handling the student.
Local authorities have opened a case under child protection laws, and the school has been directed to submit a written apology and to ensure compliance with child‑friendly disciplinary guidelines.
The incident has sparked concern among parents and child‑rights groups, who are calling for stricter monitoring of school practices in the region.
Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
The police investigation confirmed the alleged inhumane punishment, and the school administration reportedly acknowledged its mistake in handling the student.
Local authorities have opened a case under child protection laws, and the school has been directed to submit a written apology and to ensure compliance with child‑friendly disciplinary guidelines.
The incident has sparked concern among parents and child‑rights groups, who are calling for stricter monitoring of school practices in the region.
Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.