Correspondent, 14 September 2024 (Haryana): The Kerala State Human Rights Commission (SHRC) has condemned the brutal assault on a madrasa student in Kinavakkal, Kannur.
The student, from Vizhinjam, reported being severely abused, including being burned with an iron rod, after raising concerns about corporal punishment. The SHRC has called the incident a serious human rights violation and has directed the police to investigate and submit a report within a week.
The student, who arrived at madrasa last May, is currently receiving medical treatment at Vizhinjam hospital.
Allegedly, the student was tortured severely by a teacher after complaining about corporeal punishments at the institution.
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Notably, the student is an orphan and has alleged being confined to a room against his will. The Vizhinjam police have registered a case in response to the complaint.
The case is set for a hearing on September 25, as calls for swift justice and student safety intensify.
