Outrage in Shahapur: Girls Allegedly Stripped, Examined in School Over Menstrual Stain
Outrage in Shahapur: Girls Allegedly Stripped, Examined in School Over Menstrual Stain
Parents accuse R.S. Damania School of shocking violation; demand action against principal and school authorities
Thane: A deeply disturbing incident from Shahapur has triggered public outrage after parents alleged that female students from classes 6 to 10 were stripped and examined in connection with a menstrual blood stain found in the school toilet. The allegations have rocked the city, creating an atmosphere of fear and trauma among students, and sparking massive protests by angry parents.
The incident allegedly took place at R.S. Damania School, where, according to parents, teachers forcibly removed the clothes of girl students and conducted a physical check in an attempt to identify the girl who was menstruating. Even more shockingly, it has been alleged that the principal ordered this act and that fingerprints of the girls were also taken, a move that has left both families and the broader community shaken.
“Violation of Dignity and Privacy”
“This was not just a disciplinary step. It was a blatant violation of the girls’ privacy, dignity, and basic human rights,” said one of the protesting parents. Several parents staged a sit-in protest outside the police station, demanding the immediate suspension of the principal, action against the school authorities, and even cancellation of the school’s license.
The incident has also sparked debate around the lack of menstrual sensitivity in schools, especially when it comes to handling natural biological processes with empathy and dignity.
Police Action and Response
Following the uproar, local authorities have taken cognizance of the matter. A formal complaint is expected, and an inquiry has reportedly been initiated into the conduct of the school’s administration.
City in Shock
As news of the incident spread, many residents of Shahapur expressed disbelief that such an incident could take place in a school setting. “Instead of educating children about menstruation and supporting them, the school has instilled fear and shame in them,” said one local activist.
While the school has not yet released an official statement, the pressure is mounting as parents, activists, and citizens demand accountability, transparency, and justice.
This shocking episode raises urgent questions about gender sensitivity training in educational institutions and the need to create safe, informed spaces for young girls navigating puberty and menstruation.
Authorities are under growing pressure to act swiftly and set a strong precedent so that no child has to go through such trauma in the name of discipline ever again.
