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Jun 27, 2025
HP teacher accused of sexual harassment by 6 students
Six girls from classes 6 to 9 at a government school in Sirmaur, Himachal Pradesh, have accused their Hindi teacher of sexual harassment.
The police have filed a case under child protection laws after the students reported inappropriate touching.
TL;DR
Second such case in Sirmaur within a week
The teacher fled before police could reach him, sparking a district-wide search.
This is the second such case in Sirmaur within a week, with calls from activists and officials for stricter action and better safeguards to keep students safe in schools.