The People’s Vigilance Committee on Human Rights (PVCHR) appreciates the prompt intervention of the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) in response to a serious complaint concerning the alleged sexual harassment of a Class 4 girl student by the acting headmaster of a primary school in Barsathi, Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh.
Acting on Complaint No. EB/EDU/2026/93538, the NCPCR took cognizance of the matter and issued an urgent notice under Section 13 of the Commission for Protection of Child Rights (CPCR) Act, 2005 to the District Magistrate of Jaunpur. The Commission has sought a detailed inquiry and directed authorities to submit an action taken report within 20 days. Importantly, the Commission has emphasized that during the investigation the safety and protection of all children in the school must be ensured.
This intervention reflects the Commission’s commitment to enforcing key child protection laws including the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, the Juvenile Justice Act, and the Right to Education Act.
The case was brought to national attention following a media report published in Amar Ujala (Varanasi edition, 22 February 2026), which highlighted the allegations made by the child and her family. According to the report, the accused teacher allegedly engaged in inappropriate conduct and harassment when the child approached him to request leave.
NCPCR’s prompt action demonstrates the crucial role of independent statutory institutions in protecting children from abuse within educational institutions. Schools are meant to be safe spaces where children can learn, grow, and develop without fear. When those entrusted with their care violate that trust, swift accountability becomes essential.
From a human rights perspective, this intervention aligns closely with India’s obligations under the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC), which India ratified in 1992. The Convention establishes that every child has the right to protection from all forms of violence, abuse, and exploitation.
Several provisions of the UNCRC are directly relevant in this case:
By invoking legal provisions under POCSO, the Juvenile Justice Act, and the Right to Education Act, the NCPCR has reaffirmed the principle that child safety must remain central to the governance of educational institutions.
This case also highlights the importance of mandatory reporting, institutional accountability, and child protection mechanisms within schools. Effective implementation of School Safety Policies, teacher training on child protection, and awareness among students and parents are essential components of preventing such violations.
PVCHR believes that the swift intervention by NCPCR is an important step toward ensuring justice for the child and strengthening public confidence in child protection institutions. However, the ultimate goal must be systemic reform that guarantees safe and child-friendly educational environments across the country.
Protecting children is not merely a legal obligation; it is a moral and constitutional duty. Ensuring accountability in cases of abuse is essential to safeguarding the dignity, safety, and future of every child.
PVCHR will continue to monitor the progress of this case and stands in solidarity with the child and her family in their pursuit of justice.
मिसिल संख्या: UP EBN-93538-2025-26-NCPCR-RTE
NOTICE u/s 13 of CPCR ACT,2005
(अतिआवश्यक)
सेवा में,
जिलाधिकारी, जौनपुर
जिलाधिकारी कार्यालय,
जिला जौनपुर, उत्तर प्रदेश,
ईमेल: dmjau@nic.in
· क्या विद्यालय में 'School Safety Policy' का पालन किया जा रहा था/है
· क्या विद्यालय प्रशासन ने घटना के तत्काल बाद अनिवार्य रिपोर्टिंग नियमों का पालन किया, यानि विद्यालय ने प्रकरण को दबाने की भी कोशिश की थी, कि त्वरित कार्यवाही कराई गई।
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