In a chilling incident that has sent shockwaves through a quiet village in Chhattisgarh’s Dhamtari district, 35 children from a government middle school have injured themselves by cutting their hands with blades or sharp objects. The bizarre event at Dahadaha Middle School in Kurud block has sparked widespread panic, prompting immediate medical and educational interventions.
The nightmare unfolded when a parent’s routine check revealed deep cuts on their child’s hand. Pressed for answers, the child stayed silent, leading the alarmed parent to rush to the school. There, inquiries among classmates uncovered a horrifying pattern: dozens of students bore similar wounds. Within hours, officials confirmed 35 cases, turning the school into a scene of chaos and concern.
Parents were summoned for an emergency meeting, their faces etched with fear and confusion. Why would these young innocents resort to such self-destructive acts? The children offered no clear explanations, deepening the mystery. Medical teams, psychologists, and education department officials descended on the school, conducting counseling sessions on February 16 to unravel the enigma.
Block Education Officer Chandrakumar Sahu issued strict directives to teachers, urging constant vigilance over students’ behaviors. The school administration is now probing the root cause—be it peer pressure, hidden trauma, or something more sinister. This incident exposes glaring vulnerabilities in child safety protocols within rural schools.
Beyond the physical scars, the episode raises profound questions about mental health support in government institutions. As investigations continue, the community holds its breath, hoping for answers that prevent future tragedies. What drives children to harm themselves? The search for truth has only just begun.