"The Cost of Discipline: When Physical Punishment Becomes Fatal" A recent incident at Sterling English Residential School in Bengaluru has sent shockwaves through the education community, highlighting a dark reality that is all too common in our pursuit of academic excellence.
A 12 year old student was allegedly beaten to death with an iron rod by his physical education teacher, sparking widespread outrage and calls for accountability.
The case is a stark reminder that corporal punishment remains a pervasive issue in Indian schools, despite being officially banned since 2000.