Archive · 31 Jan 2026
Haryana Orders Probe into DPS Teacher Slapping Student
The Haryana Human Rights Commission has ordered a detailed investigation into Delhi Public School in Karnal after a teacher was accused of slapping a Class VII student.
The student was allegedly slapped multiple times in front of other students, causing emotional distress.
The Commission said this is against the law and schools must protect children.
They want to check if the school followed the rules and if the student got help.
The school principal must also explain what happened and what they are doing to prevent such incidents in the future.
The next hearing is on March 18, 2026.
Haryana Human Rights Commission ordered a multi-departmental probe into DPS Karnal over allegations of a teacher slapping a Class VII student.
The incident caused severe emotional distress and mental trauma to the student, violating child protection laws.
The Commission emphasized that corporal punishment and mental harassment are prohibited under the Right to Education Act, 2009, and the Juvenile Justice Act, 2015.
The inquiry will examine the school's compliance with child protection laws, disciplinary framework, and measures to ensure child safety.
The principal of DPS Karnal must submit a detailed report on the incident, school policies, and actions taken against the teacher.
- Who
- Haryana Human Rights Commission (HHRC), Delhi Public School (DPS), Karnal, Class VII student, Teacher
- What
- Alleged slapping of a student by a teacher, leading to a multi-departmental probe
- When
- Incident occurred recently; next hearing on March 18, 2026
- Where
- Delhi Public School, Karnal, Haryana
- Why
- To investigate allegations of corporal punishment and mental harassment, and ensure compliance with child protection laws
- Commission
- Haryana Human Rights Commission (HHRC)
- School
- Delhi Public School (DPS), Karnal
- Student Class
- Class VII
- Alleged Action
- Teacher slapped student multiple times
- Laws Violated
- Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009; Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015
- Inquiry Directed By
- District Education Officer (DEO), Karnal
- Next Hearing Date
- March 18, 2026