Kerala Students Protest After Teacher’s Car Hits Classmate’s Leg
Last Friday, a chilling incident shook the campus of MSP School in Kerala’s Malappuram district. A class 10 student, Mirsha, sustained serious leg fractures when a teacher’s car allegedly ran over her leg. The incident has sparked intense outrage not only due to the gravity of the injury but also due to the delayed medical attention and alleged attempts by the school to suppress the truth.
As news of the incident spread, students of MSP School took to the streets in a spontaneous protest, demanding justice for Mirsha and accountability from the school administration. The protest, which began on campus, soon spread to the streets of Malappuram, with students, parents, and local residents joining in to express their outrage and concern.
According to eyewitnesses, the incident occurred when Mirsha was walking out of the school compound during recess. The teacher, who has not been named, allegedly lost control of his car and ran over Mirsha’s leg. The severity of the injury was apparent, with Mirsha requiring immediate medical attention.
However, it was reported that the school administration failed to provide adequate medical assistance to Mirsha, instead delaying her treatment for several hours. This delay has raised serious concerns about the school’s handling of the situation, with many questioning whether the administration was more interested in covering up the incident than providing proper care to the injured student.
The students, who were already upset by the incident, were further incensed by the school’s apparent attempts to downplay the severity of the injury. In a statement, the school claimed that Mirsha had only suffered minor injuries and that she was being treated for a minor strain. However, doctors have since confirmed that Mirsha has sustained serious leg fractures, which will require extensive treatment and rehabilitation.
The students’ protest, which has been ongoing for several days, has been peaceful but determined. The protesters have demanded that the school administration take immediate action to address the incident, including providing adequate compensation to Mirsha and her family and taking disciplinary action against the teacher involved.
The students have also called for greater accountability from the school administration, demanding that they take responsibility for the incident and ensure that it does not happen again. The protest has received widespread support from local residents, parents, and community leaders, who have rallied behind the students in their demand for justice.
The incident has also raised concerns about the safety and security of students in Kerala’s educational institutions. In recent years, there have been several incidents of teachers and staff members engaging in inappropriate behavior, including physical and sexual abuse. The MSP School incident has sparked renewed calls for greater vigilance and accountability in Kerala’s educational system.
As the protest continues, the Kerala government has launched an investigation into the incident. The government has also announced that it will take action against the school administration if it is found to have been complicit in the cover-up.
In the meantime, Mirsha remains hospitalized, undergoing treatment for her serious leg fractures. The students’ protest will continue until justice is served and the school administration takes responsibility for the incident. The incident is a stark reminder of the importance of safety and security in educational institutions and the need for greater accountability from administrators.
