10-year-old Mubeen Javed’s health deteriorates after alleged teacher violence at Gujranwala School — parents demand strict action

A disturbing incident of alleged corporal punishment has been reported at Government Elementary School Shehdat Veran in Kamonki, Gujranwala,

GUJRANWALA : A disturbing incident of alleged corporal punishment has been reported at Government Elementary School Shehdat Veran in Kamonki, Gujranwala, where the health of a 10-year-old student, Mubeen Javed, reportedly deteriorated following alleged physical violence by a teacher.

According to the child’s parents, Mubeen was allegedly subjected to physical violence by his teacher within the school premises. They claimed that the incident adversely affected the young student’s health, which subsequently worsened and necessitated his transfer to a hospital for medical treatment.

The incident has raised serious concerns among the child’s family, who are demanding immediate intervention from the relevant authorities. The parents have called for a thorough and impartial investigation to establish the circumstances surrounding the alleged assault and determine responsibility.

Expressing their distress over the condition of their child, the parents appealed to the District Education Authority Gujranwala, Deputy Commissioner Gujranwala and Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz to take immediate notice of the matter. They urged the authorities to ensure that the incident is investigated transparently and that appropriate legal action is taken against anyone found responsible.

The family stressed the need for accountability to prevent similar incidents from occurring in educational institutions. They maintained that schools should provide children with a safe and supportive environment where they can pursue their education without fear of physical punishment or mistreatment.

The reported incident has once again drawn attention to the issue of corporal punishment in educational institutions and the responsibility of school administrations to protect students from physical harm. Parents entrust schools and teachers with the education and supervision of their children, making student safety an essential responsibility of the education system.

Under Punjab’s child protection and education-related framework, corporal punishment in schools is prohibited. The rules are intended to protect children from physical abuse and ensure that discipline is maintained through appropriate and non-violent methods. However, reports of alleged physical punishment continue to raise questions about the implementation of these safeguards and the monitoring of educational institutions.

Education authorities are responsible for addressing complaints involving the safety and well-being of students. When allegations of violence emerge, a transparent inquiry can help establish the facts, assess the circumstances and determine whether disciplinary or legal proceedings are warranted.

In the present case, the parents have called for the authorities to move beyond assurances and take practical steps to investigate the allegations. They want those responsible, if the allegations are substantiated, to face appropriate consequences under the law.

The child’s reported deterioration in health has further intensified the family’s concerns, prompting them to seek intervention from senior district and provincial officials. The incident also highlights the importance of effective complaint mechanisms through which parents can report alleged misconduct and seek timely action.

As of the time of reporting, the District Education Authority Gujranwala had not issued an official statement regarding the incident. Further details about the child’s medical condition, the teacher’s response and any formal inquiry or action by the authorities were not immediately available.

The allegations have yet to be independently verified, and the circumstances surrounding the incident remain unclear. The response of the relevant authorities is awaited as the family seeks an impartial investigation and accountability in the case.