Archive · 31 Jan 2026

Principal Suspended for Serving Food on Torn Pages

Principal Suspended for Serving Food on Torn Pages

A school principal in Madhya Pradesh, India, was suspended because students were given food on torn notebook pages instead of proper plates.

This happened during a special lunch for Republic Day celebrations.

A video of the incident was shared online, showing children eating food laid out on paper.

The authorities took notice and decided to suspend the principal for not being careful enough in organizing the event.

The principal has been moved to a different office while an investigation is conducted.

The incident sparked outrage on social media and highlighted issues with the midday meal program in the region.

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