Chandigarh, May 4:
On the directions of Punjab School Education Minister S. Harjot Singh Bains, the In-charge of Government Senior Secondary School, Goindwal Sahib in Tarn Taran district has been suspended with immediate effect after students were reportedly forced to serve snacks during a function at the school.
Highlighting the importance of maintaining a safe and respectful environment in the schools, S. Harjot Singh Bains stated that such misconduct is totally unacceptable and a swift action has been taken against Gurpartap Singh, Punjabi Lecturer-cum-School Incharge, for gross indiscipline and negligence. During the suspension period, the headquarter of the Lecturer will be the Office of District Education Office (Senior Secondary), Tarn Taran.
The Education Minister Bains stressed that the dignity and respect of students is non-negotiable, while categorically stating that such misconduct will not be tolerated under any circumstances.
S. Harjot Singh Bains also asked the other educators to uphold the highest standards of professionalism and responsibility, ensuring such incidents are not repeated in future, besides fostering a culture of respect and accountability in government schools.
