Principal’s Daughter Burns Students Cheeks in Nepal

In a shocking incident at Prabhat Academy Boarding School in Bhimad Municipality-6, Tanahun, the school’s accountant, Sushma Shrestha, has been accused of burning the cheeks of four students with a hot ladle as punishment.

Incident Details

Sushma Shrestha, who is also the daughter of the school’s founder and principal, Krishna Dev Shrestha, allegedly carried out this inhumane act because the students were making noise and teasing her. Taking charge of the school in her father’s absence, she reportedly brought the ladle from home, heated it, and deliberately burned the children, all of whom are around ten years old.

Principal’s Daughter Burns Students Cheeks in Nepal

Parents and students have strongly condemned this brutal act, expressing outrage over the abuse inflicted by someone in a position of authority at the school.

Parents’ Reaction

Bishnu Pariyar, the mother of one of the victims, described the emotional trauma of seeing her child return from school with burn marks on his cheeks.

“We send our children to school, hoping for a bright future. But seeing them come back with burnt faces is heartbreaking,” Pariyar said to Online Khabar

Another guardian, Arpan Sirjan Ghale, expressed his anger, calling it a heinous crime.

“We trust the school with our children’s safety, paying high fees for their education. But the principal’s own daughter burned them with a hot ladle. This is an unforgivable act,” Ghale stated, demanding strict action against the accused.

Pre-planned Abuse or a Sudden Reaction?

According to school sources, the children would often tease Shrestha with words like “Kaali” (dark-skinned) and “Chyakhuri Miss” (a derogatory nickname). However, rather than handling the situation appropriately, Shrestha chose a cruel and violent response.

Photo: The Kathmandu Post

The nature of the incident suggests that it was not a spontaneous reaction but a planned act, as she had brought the ladle from home and prepared it in advance.

Legal Action and Investigation

Following complaints from parents, local police arrested Sushma Shrestha. Inspector Poshan Thapa from Belchautara Area Police Office confirmed that the accused has been taken into custody for investigation.

“We have detained the suspect, and further investigation is underway,” Inspector Thapa said.

Meanwhile, Bhimad Municipality Mayor Dadhiraj Suvedi has announced plans to form a task force led by Education Chief Sandeep Paudel to investigate the case further.

The court has also granted police permission to keep Shrestha in custody for five days while they continue their inquiry.

Larger Social Issues Reflected in This Case

This incident is not just about one school employee mistreating students it reveals several deeper societal problems:

Being the principal’s daughter, Shrestha might have felt untouchable, believing she could act above the law. This reflects the unchecked power culture in many private schools, where management holds excessive control over students and staff.

Private schools, despite charging high fees, often prioritize profits over student welfare. If such brutality can occur in a reputed institution, one can only imagine the situation in other schools.

A well-educated staff member resorting to such inhumane punishment highlights the ingrained culture of violence in the education system. Physical punishment is still seen as “discipline” rather than abuse.

Many parents are hesitant to file legal complaints due to fear of repercussions on their children’s education. This incident exposes how the powerful often silence the weak.

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Schools rarely have counselors to address psychological issues among staff and students. Regular mental health evaluations and proper teacher training are also lacking.

In similar cases, local politicians often interfere, trying to cover up incidents instead of ensuring justice. Many fear that political pressure could lead to a settlement rather than legal action.

The traditional bond of respect between students and teachers is weakening. Where once teachers were seen as mentors, some now act as oppressors.

What Needs to Be Done?

• The accused must face appropriate punishment without political interference.
• Schools should provide psychological counseling for both students and staff to prevent such incidents.
• Schools must move away from authoritarian control and build a nurturing environment for students.

This incident is a grave violation of child rights. Authorities, including the police, the District Education Office, the National Child Rights Council, and the Human Rights Commission, must take immediate and strict action.

If this case is silenced or settled behind closed doors, it will set a dangerous precedent, allowing such abuses to continue. The safety and dignity of students must always come first.