In a shocking incident that has sent shockwaves through Chhattisgarh’s education system, 35 students at a government school in Dhamtari district resorted to self-harm by cutting their wrists with sharp objects. The disturbing event, which unfolded a few weeks ago at the Dahadaha Government School, prompted swift action from authorities.
The district education officer has issued a formal notice to the school principal, Punnet Ram Sahu, demanding an explanation for the alleged negligence that allowed such a mass self-injury episode. Parents were left in utter disbelief when they discovered identical cuts on their children’s left wrists, raising urgent questions about what drove these young minds to such extremes.
The nightmare began when one parent noticed a deep gash on their child’s wrist, inflicted by what appeared to be a blade. Confronting the child yielded no clear answers, leading the family straight to the school. There, a horrifying pattern emerged: dozens of fellow students bore the same gruesome marks.
School staff scrambled to convene an emergency meeting with parents, while medical teams, psychologists, and education officials descended on the premises. On February 16, comprehensive counseling sessions were held for both students and their families, with directives issued to prevent any recurrence.
Despite intensive probes, the motive behind the students’ actions remains elusive. Was it peer pressure, an undiscovered bullying ring, or something more sinister? The community reels in fear, demanding accountability. Officials have vowed strict measures against any found culpable, underscoring the fragility of child safety in public schools.
This tragedy spotlights critical gaps in school oversight and mental health support. As investigations deepen, one thing is clear: Chhattisgarh’s education department must overhaul its protocols to safeguard its most vulnerable.