Sanskrit Teacher in Odisha Accused of Harassment

A Sanskrit teacher from Odisha's Sundargarh district faces allegations of sexually harassing seven students. Police acted following a complaint from the school headmistress, lodging charges under various legal sections. The teacher is currently absconding as authorities continue their investigation.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Bhubaneswar | Updated: 29-08-2025 14:28 IST | Created: 29-08-2025 14:28 IST
Sanskrit Teacher in Odisha Accused of Harassment
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A Sanskrit teacher in Odisha's Sundargarh district is facing serious charges after allegedly sexually harassing seven girl students. The incident has sent shockwaves through the local community, highlighting issues of safety within educational institutions.

These accusations emerged when the headmistress of the government-run school reported the matter to the Gurundia police on August 20. According to the complaint, the incidents occurred within the school premises on August 16.

The police have registered a case under several sections, including 74, 75, 351 (2) of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), and sections 8 and 12 of the POCSO Act. Inspector Rameswar Singh stated that authorities are actively searching for the teacher, who remains at large.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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