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Andhra Pradesh Minister Nara Lokesh Condemns Teacher Assault

6-year-old student dies after alleged teacher assault in Visakhapatnam school

Mumbai Alert · City Desk
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City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Fri, 21 August 2026 at 11:55 am
Andhra Pradesh Minister Nara Lokesh Condemns Teacher Assault

Andhra Pradesh Education Minister Nara Lokesh expressed deep grief over the tragic death of a six-year-old student who allegedly lost his life after being beaten by a teacher at a private school in Visakhapatnam.

The incident occurred at the Little Garden School, where the student, Pranay Tej, was studying in the UKG class. According to officials, the boy became unconscious at the school and was taken to a hospital, where he was declared brought dead.

Revenue Divisional Officer (RDO) of Visakhapatnam, Dileep Chakravarthy, confirmed that the boy had been taken to the hospital, where he was declared dead. District Education Officer Prem Kumar alleged that the student died following physical assault by a teacher.

Minister Nara Lokesh promised full support from the administration to ensure justice is served and vowed to take strict action against the culprits and the school management.

In a post on social media, Lokesh said, 'It is heartbreaking that a six-year-old lost his life due to a teacher beating him... in Visakhapatnam. We are taking legal action against the culprits and the school management.'

The incident has sparked outrage, with many demanding strict action against the teacher and the school management. The education department has promised to submit a detailed report to the higher authorities and take strict action against those responsible.

The death of the six-year-old student has raised concerns about the safety and well-being of students in schools. The incident is a reminder of the need for stricter measures to prevent such incidents in the future.

The Andhra Pradesh government has promised to stand by the family of the deceased student and provide them with all possible support.

The incident is being investigated, and further details are awaited.

The safety of students in schools is a major concern, and incidents like these highlight the need for stricter measures to prevent such incidents. The government and the education department must take immediate action to ensure that such incidents do not occur in the future.

The death of the six-year-old student is a tragic reminder of the need for a safe and secure environment for students in schools. The government and the education department must work together to prevent such incidents and ensure that justice is served.

The incident has sparked a debate about the need for stricter measures to prevent corporal punishment in schools. The government and the education department must take immediate action to prevent such incidents and ensure that students are safe and secure in schools.

In conclusion, the death of the six-year-old student is a tragic incident that highlights the need for stricter measures to prevent such incidents in the future. The government and the education department must work together to ensure that justice is served and that students are safe and secure in schools.

Frequently asked questions

What happened to the 6-year-old student in Visakhapatnam?

The student, Pranay Tej, died after allegedly being beaten by a teacher at the Little Garden School.

What action is being taken by the Andhra Pradesh government?

The government has promised to take strict action against the culprits and the school management, and to provide support to the family of the deceased student.

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