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Crime
Retired Indore teacher beats minors over alleged ₹500 theft at 'kanya bhoj'
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 21 Oct 2026, 07:17 PM
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A retired teacher in Indore assaulted several minors during a 'kanya bhoj' event, suspecting them of stealing 500 rupees.
A retired schoolteacher in Indore has come under fire for allegedly assaulting a group of minors during a social gathering. The incident reportedly occurred at a 'kanya bhoj' event, a traditional function often organized to honor young girls.
According to reports, the teacher accused the children of stealing 500 rupees from the venue. Following this suspicion, he allegedly took it upon himself to beat the minors rather than involving law enforcement or the parents immediately.
The incident has sparked outrage in the local community, with many questioning the appropriateness of a teacher using physical violence against children. The matter is now drawing attention to the conduct of individuals in positions of trust within the education sector.
Police in Indore are expected to investigate the allegations of assault and theft to determine the facts of the incident.
According to reports, the teacher accused the children of stealing 500 rupees from the venue. Following this suspicion, he allegedly took it upon himself to beat the minors rather than involving law enforcement or the parents immediately.
The incident has sparked outrage in the local community, with many questioning the appropriateness of a teacher using physical violence against children. The matter is now drawing attention to the conduct of individuals in positions of trust within the education sector.
Police in Indore are expected to investigate the allegations of assault and theft to determine the facts of the incident.