Teacher accused of using physical force as a form of discipline.

In a small village called Khajuripada, located in the Kandhamal district, a recent incident has sparked outrage and concern among the community. Despite the state's declaration of schools as punishment-free zones, two innocent 5-year-old children were brutally beaten by their teacher at Chhandurupadar Government Primary School. The incident occurred on a Wednesday, leaving both children, Shankar and Kiran, with critical injuries. Their parents, Ranjan Kanhar and Chitrasen Jani, were devastated to see their young ones suffering.

The accused teacher, Kumudini Kanhar, has been identified and is facing severe criticism for her actions. According to sources, the primary school only has 16 students, and Kumudini is one of the two teachers responsible for their education. The incident took place when the two children made some trivial mistakes, which enraged Kumudini. She allegedly called them out and beat them mercilessly with a stick, causing them great physical harm.

Shankar's grandmother, Anita Kanhar, and grandfather, Yudhisthir Kanhar, spoke out about the incident, expressing their anger and disappointment towards the teacher's actions. When the headmaster, Jayant Dehuri, was contacted for a statement, he explained that the incident occurred while he was away at the Block Education Officer's office. He expressed his regret and apologized for the incident. The Block Education Officer, Binod Bihari Digal, has ordered for a thorough investigation, which is currently underway.

Swarnalata Moharana, the Cluster Resources Centre Coordinator, stated that a report will be submitted to the Block Education Officer after the completion of the investigation. It will then be up to the BEO to make a decision on the matter. The locals have demanded strict action against the accused teacher, and this incident has once again shed light on the ongoing issue of corporal punishment in schools. It has forced parents and teachers to reconsider the use of physical punishment as a means of discipline.

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