Udaipur Stabbing: Education Department Takes Action After Student's Death – Here's What They Did

Udaipur- In a significant move following the tragic death of a student in a stabbing incident, the Rajasthan Education Department has taken strict action against the staff of a government school in Udaipur's walled city area. The incident, which took place at a government senior secondary school in Bhatiyani Chohatta, led to the death of Devraj Mochi, a student who was attacked by a classmate during interval.

The Director of Secondary Education, Ashish Modi, has suspended the school principal, Isha Dharamawat, citing negligence in maintaining vigilance, attendance, and discipline.

In addition to the principal's suspension, Rakesh Jaroli, who was the class teacher of the involved students, has been placed on Awaiting Posting Orders (APO). This action is part of the broader disciplinary measures being taken as the department investigates the circumstances leading to the fatal attack.

The stabbing incident, which occurred on August 16, has sent shockwaves through Udaipur, prompting protests and demands for accountability. Devraj was attacked with a knife by a fellow student from a specific community, leading to heightened tensions in the city. Despite the severity of the incident, initial reports indicated that the school staff did not take the necessary steps to assist the injured student promptly, further fueling public outrage.

Local authorities, including District Collector Arvind Poswal, have acknowledged the negligence on the part of the school administration. The collector’s office had previously sent a letter to the education department, urging strict action against those responsible.

This incident has also led to increased security and police presence in Udaipur, as tensions remain high after the incident.

The situation in Udaipur remains delicate, with law enforcement closely monitoring developments to prevent further unrest.

The education department has assured that a thorough investigation will be conducted to ensure accountability and prevent such incidents in the future.

Internet services resumed

Amid heightened tensions in Udaipur following the tragic stabbing incident on August 16, internet services, which were suspended to control the spread of rumors and prevent any untoward incidents, have now been restored. The restoration of internet services on 21 August has brought relief to the city's residents, who had been facing significant challenges during the suspension.

The internet blackout, implemented immediately after the incident, had disrupted daily life in various ways. The suspension affected UPI payments, creating difficulties for businesses and individuals relying on digital transactions. Application-based delivery services were also hit hard, causing delays and inconvenience for both service providers and consumers. The lack of internet access further impacted communication, with many finding it difficult to stay connected for personal and professional needs.

With services now resumed, normalcy is gradually returning to the city. Residents have expressed relief as digital payments, online services, and daily routines are restored. However, the authorities continue to maintain a vigilant stance, ensuring that peace and order are upheld in the aftermath of the incident.