UP News: In a shocking incident that has sent ripples of horror through the community, a 12-year-old girl attending a madrasa in the Kakori area of Lucknow was subjected to extreme physical abuse by her teacher, Maulana Abdul Qari. Reports indicate that the teacher not only beat the young student but also forced her to undress, leading to her fainting from the severity of the punishment. The girls ordeal came to light when she bravely recorded a video detailing her traumatic experience and shared it with the media, sparking widespread outrage and calls for justice.The Disturbing Incident UnfoldsThe incident unfolded when the girl, a second-grade student, was unable to recite her lesson as demanded by Maulana Qari. In a fit of rage, he allegedly stripped her of her clothes and proceeded to beat her mercilessly. Eyewitness accounts from fellow students suggest that this was not an isolated incident many children have reportedly faced similar threats and punishments. The teacher often threatened to hang us upside down in front of the class if we could not remember our lessons, the victim recounted, highlighting a culture of fear within the madrasa.लखनऊ के काकोरी में मदरसे की नाबालिग छात्रा के साथ बर्बरता कपड़े उतारकर मौलवी ने पीटा बच्ची ने FIR कराई pic.twitter.com/O7UQfgR904— Tushar Srivastava (@TusharSrilive) December 9, 2024Familys Heartbreaking Plea for JusticeThe girls family has expressed their horror and disbelief at the brutality inflicted upon their daughter. They claim that she is now traumatized and terrified at the thought of returning to school. The family has lodged a formal complaint with local authorities, prompting an investigation into the matter. Police have initiated legal proceedings against Maulana Qari under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, and he has since been detained for questioning.Community Outrage and Calls for ReformCommunity leaders and activists have condemned this act of violence, emphasizing the need for stricter regulations and oversight in educational institutions, particularly madrasas where vulnerable children are entrusted to educators. The Deputy Director of the Minority Welfare Department has also visited the madrasa to gather information and ensure accountability.A Call to Action: Protecting Our ChildrenAs this harrowing story continues to unfold, it raises critical questions about child safety in educational environments and the urgent need for reforms to protect minors from such heinous acts. The community is rallying together, demanding justice for the victim and advocating for systemic changes that will ensure no child has to endure such trauma again.
