Overview

• An FIR under Section 117(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita was registered at Vasant Vihar police station after the parents’ complaint was transferred from Shillong.
• Investigators have examined the classroom and recorded testimony from the student and his father, describing the allegations as true prima facie.
• The 18-year-old Meghalaya student endured severe leg pain, swelling and muscle spasms following the forced sit-ups and required orthopaedic treatment.
• Although the coaching centre admitted the incident and assured strict action against tutor Jai Singh, it has not imposed any disciplinary steps.
• The student has missed all classes and remains sidelined while authorities continue their probe into the alleged physical punishment.