Odisha school headmaster puts stinging nettle in 10 students’ trousers as punishment

A shocking incident unfolded at a government school in Jajpur where a headmaster allegedly inserted stinging nettles into the trousers of ten students for causing classroom disturbances. The students suffered severe itching and rashes. Following widespread condemnation and protests by parents, the headmaster has been suspended pending further action, despite offering an apology.

By ASHIS SENAPATI