Archive · 21 Aug 2025
Kerala Teenagers Struggle to Re-enter School After Release
Some teenagers in Kerala were accused of hurting another student, who sadly passed away.
They were sent to a juvenile home but were later released and allowed to take their exams.
The court said they should be allowed to go to school.
However, when they tried to go back to school, other students, parents, and school staff protested.
A lawyer and an elected official say these teenagers have a right to an education.
They believe that by stopping them from going to school, society might push them towards more trouble.
Three juveniles, accused in the assault of a student, are facing difficulties reintegrating into society after release from a juvenile home.
The students were involved in the assault of Mohammed Shahbaz, who later died from his injuries.
The Kerala High Court allowed the juveniles to appear for Class X exams and directed their release to facilitate Class XI admission.
Three of the juveniles were initially admitted to a school but faced opposition from students, parents, and officials, forcing them out.
A senior lawyer and an MLA have spoken out, emphasizing the juveniles' right to education and calling for intervention.
- Who
- Three juveniles accused of assaulting a student, Mohammed Shahbaz, are facing reintegration issues.
- What
- Three juveniles are facing difficulties in returning to school after being released from a juvenile home in Kerala, following an assault case.
- When
- The assault occurred on February 23, and the students were released from custody on June 5.
- Where
- Kozhikode district, Kerala, India.
- Why
- Because of protests from parents, students, and some teachers who are against the juveniles' admission to school.
Juveniles' Right to Education
Community Concerns
Education
Juveniles' Right to Education
The juveniles should be allowed to continue their education.
Community Concerns
The juveniles should not be admitted to school due to the offense they are accused of.
- Incident Date
- February 23
- Victim
- Mohammed Shahbaz
- School
- Government Vocational Higher Secondary School (GVHSS)
- Location of Incident
- Kozhikode district
- Release Date
- June 5
- Legal Act
- Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015