Teacher Faces POCSO Charges: Inappropriate Conduct Allegations

A government school teacher has been charged under the POCSO Act for allegedly inappropriately touching a 12-year-old student in the art and craft room. The incident occurred on October 19, when the teacher allegedly made inappropriate comments and gestures toward the student, leading to his current absconding status.

A serious incident has unfolded at a local government school as a teacher stands accused of inappropriate conduct with a minor. The teacher has been booked under the stringent POCSO Act, a move indicative of the gravity of the allegations.

According to police reports, the English teacher allegedly called a 12-year-old girl to the school's Art and Craft room during a lunch break, where he conducted his classes outside the regular classroom setup.

The incident reportedly happened on October 19. The teacher allegedly offered the girl a banana, made inappropriate comments, and physically misconducted towards her. The victim reported the incident to both her math teacher and parents, prompting them to file a complaint with the authorities.

(With inputs from agencies.)