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Class 8 Skater Jumps From Ratlam School After Phone-Rule Rebuke, Investigations Underway

Officials say action will follow an inquiry into the school's handling of a phone-rule violation captured on CCTV.

Overview

  • The student remains hospitalised with multiple fractures to his legs, jaw and spine, with doctors earlier referring him to Ahmedabad for advanced care.
  • CCTV reviewed by authorities shows nearly four minutes in the principal’s office during which the boy apologised 52 times before running to a third-floor balcony and jumping.
  • Police and the District Education Office have opened inquiries and stated that any administrative action will be taken after the investigation concludes.
  • Local residents and the Jai Adivasi Yuva Shakti group protested outside the school, calling for an FIR against the principal and action by education authorities.
  • Officials and school representatives say students are banned from carrying phones; reports cite the boy’s account alleging threats of suspension and confiscation of medals.