New Delhi: In a disturbing incident that has sparked widespread condemnation, a female teacher at a primary school in Uttar Pradeshs Aligarh was filmed sleeping on a mat inside a classroom while her students fanned her with a hand-held fan. The video, which has gone viral on social media, has prompted criticism of the education system and the teachers conduct.The incident occurred at a government primary school in Gokulpur village, located in the Dhanipur block of Aligarh. The footage shows the teacher lying on a mat during school hours while several students take turns using a hand-held fan to cool her down from the intense heat. One child is seen positioned near the teachers head, diligently fanning her. This scene has been met with outrage from both parents and online viewers, who are expressing frustration over the state of education in the region.Parents angry over this Parents have voiced their discontent, arguing that they send their children to school to receive quality education, not to serve as personal attendants for their teacher. The video has sparked a flood of reactions on social media, with many users criticizing the teachers actions and questioning the effectiveness of the education system. One social media user remarked, When teachers behave like this, its clear that the quality of education is in jeopardy. The teacher makes innocent children fan her while they should be learning.Watch video #Aligarh-जब शिक्षक ही ऐसे होंगे तो शिक्षण कैसा होगा,भयंकर गर्मी से निजात पाने को मासूमों से हवा कराती मास्टरनी साहिबा,वीडियो धनीपुर ब्लॉक के गोकुलपुर गांव का बताया जा रहा हैं,@bsaaligarh @Dm_Aligarh @thisissanjubjp @BJP4UP pic.twitter.com/EO22ZBwpEe— Vishu Raghav ( Tv journalist ) (@Vishuraghav9) July 26, 2024Raised serious questions about the standards of govt education The primary school involved is reportedly a government-run institution, adding another layer of concern to the incident. The fact that the school is situated in the constituency of Minister of State for Education Sandeep Singh has amplified scrutiny and criticism. The incident has raised serious questions about the standards of government education in an area represented by a key official in the education sector.Investigation launched to address the matter In response to the incident, an investigation has been launched to address the matter, although there are no immediate reports of any disciplinary action being taken against the teacher involved. The video appears to have been recorded by someone with access to the school, further highlighting the lack of oversight and management within the educational facility. Authorities are expected to review the video and the circumstances surrounding the incident. The incident underscores ongoing issues within the government education system, prompting calls for improved oversight and accountability to ensure such lapses in professionalism and discipline do not occur in the future.
