1. Tragic incident in Assam: Class 11 student fatally stabs teacher in Sivsagar.
2. Incident happened after school hours at a coaching center.
3. Student confronts teacher reportedly upset over earlier academic scolding.
Sivsagar, July 07: A tragic incident unfolded in Assam’s Sivsagar district when a Class 11 student allegedly fatally stabbed his teacher inside a classroom at a coaching center.
According to local authorities, the incident occurred after school hours when the accused, reportedly upset over academic scolding earlier in the day, confronted the teacher who was alone in the classroom.
The teacher had reprimanded the student for his poor academic performance, which apparently led to the confrontation.
Police responded swiftly to reports of the stabbing at the coaching center.
Upon arrival, they found the classroom in disarray, with bloodstains and the weapon, a knife, recovered from the scene.
The teacher was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital in critical condition but tragically succumbed to his injuries shortly after admission.
Eyewitnesses, including classmates of the accused, recounted that tensions had escalated earlier in the day when the teacher admonished the student, prompting him to temporarily leave the center.
Upon returning later, a heated exchange ensued between the teacher and the accused, culminating in the fatal attack with the knife.
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The accused, who is a minor, was apprehended by the local police and taken to the Sivsagar police station for questioning.
Authorities have initiated an investigation into the incident, gathering CCTV footage from the coaching center to ascertain the sequence of events leading up to the stabbing.
“This is a deeply tragic and shocking incident,” police said, addressing the media. “We are investigating all aspects of the case to understand the motive behind this senseless act.”
The incident has sent shockwaves through the local community and education sector, prompting concerns over student-teacher relationships and school safety protocols.
Counselling services are being offered to students and staff affected by the tragedy, with authorities urging for calm and cooperation during the investigation.
The Sivsagar district administration has assured that stringent measures will be taken to ensure the safety and security of educational institutions in the wake of this unfortunate event.
