Lucknow School Attack: Class 5 Student Loses Vision After Brutal Assault by Peers
A shocking incident of violence has emerged from a private school in Lucknow's cantonment area, where a class 5 student allegedly lost vision in one eye after being brutally assaulted by fellow students on the school premises. The victim's mother has filed a formal complaint, leading to police intervention and the registration of a case.
Details of the Assault and Injuries
According to the complaint lodged by a resident of Nirbhay Vihar, the incident occurred on January 21 at approximately 12:30 PM during school hours. The mother stated that her son was attacked in the school playground by students from another section. The assailants allegedly pushed the child to the ground and subjected him to a merciless beating, involving kicks and punches.
The assault took a particularly cruel turn when the accused students reportedly rubbed the heel of a shoe against the child's eye and face. This brutal act resulted in severe injuries, with the victim subsequently losing vision in one eye. The injured student is currently undergoing treatment at Command Hospital and is reportedly unable to see following the traumatic incident.
Police Investigation and Legal Action
The victim's mother alleged that she initially approached the school administration seeking action against the perpetrators, but no steps were taken. Frustrated by the lack of response, she then approached the cantonment police station and filed a formal complaint against the students involved as well as certain school staff members for alleged negligence.
Station House Officer (SHO) Cantt, Gurpreet Kaur, confirmed that an FIR has been registered in the matter. The charges include BNS 117(2) for causing grievous injury, BNS 115(2) for voluntarily causing hurt, and section 75 of the JJ Act. The case has been filed against a class 5 student, a class 3 student, and unidentified school staff members.
Police officials stated that a detailed investigation is currently underway. As part of the probe, statements are being recorded from relevant parties, and medical reports are being examined to establish the full extent of the injuries and the circumstances surrounding the assault.
Broader Implications for School Safety
This disturbing incident raises serious questions about student safety and supervision within educational institutions. The alleged failure of the school administration to take immediate action has compounded the tragedy, highlighting potential gaps in institutional responsibility and child protection protocols.
The case serves as a stark reminder of the need for:
- Enhanced security measures on school premises
- Strict anti-bullying policies and their enforcement
- Proper training for school staff in handling such incidents
- Swift disciplinary action against perpetrators of violence
As the investigation progresses, authorities are expected to determine the exact sequence of events and identify all individuals responsible for this horrific attack on a young student.
