Government Teacher Suspended in Jammu & Kashmir Over Alleged Harassment of Female Student

The education department of Jammu and Kashmir has taken disciplinary action against a government school teacher, suspending him pending an inquiry into allegations that he harassed a female student. The suspension was announced after the school received a formal complaint from the student’s parents, prompting an immediate internal review.

Officials said the teacher has been relieved of his duties while the matter is investigated under the state's child protection and harassment guidelines. No further details about the teacher’s identity or the school involved have been released.

Kashmir Life reported that the department will forward the findings to the relevant authorities, and any proven misconduct could lead to legal action in addition to administrative penalties.