Share your story and shine at JK Monitor!🌟 Welcome to JK Monitor, where every story matters and every achievement is celebrated! We invite you to share the remarkable journey of your life and showcase your accomplishments to the world. Join our exclusive interviews that honor exceptional individuals just like you. JAMMU: Senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Raman Suri has strongly condemned the alleged sexual abuse of a schoolgirl by a teacher in Kishtwar, describing the incident as deeply shameful and a serious blot on the sacred teacher-student relationship. He said the alleged repeated sexual abuse of the girl is not only a grave crime but also raises disturbing questions about the safety of children in educational institutions.
He said the reported attempt to conceal the wrongdoing makes the incident even more distressing, particularly as the girl tragically died before she could reach the hospital. He said the suspension of the accused teacher by the Chief Education Officer was a necessary step, but mere suspension cannot be the end of the matter. “A crime of such gravity demands a thorough and time-bound investigation, strict action under law and accountability at every level,” Suri said.
Raman Suri observed that after parents, teachers are regarded as protectors and role models for children. A teacher is expected to impart knowledge, inculcate values and safeguard students from harm. “If the protector himself turns predator, the very foundation of trust in the education system is shaken,” he said. Expressing concern over reports of sexual offences against children, Suri said such incidents cannot be treated as isolated occurrences.
He stressed the need for stronger preventive mechanisms, effective monitoring of educational institutions and greater awareness among children about their rights and personal safety. Suri said society must seriously introspect over the erosion of moral and social values. He added that education should never be reduced merely to a commercial enterprise, as the teacher-student relationship carries a responsibility that goes far beyond academics.
He called for concrete measures to protect children, including sensitisation programmes for teachers and students, effective grievance and reporting mechanisms, and strict enforcement of laws dealing with offences against children.
“Children must know their rights, must feel safe in their schools and must have the confidence to speak up when something is wrong. Society, institutions and the administration must collectively ensure that no child is left vulnerable,” Suri said, while demanding that the Kishtwar case be investigated thoroughly and justice delivered without delay.
