Video from a school in Nizamabad district sparks controversy as the BJP leader physically abuses the Urdu teacher in the presence of police
HYDERABAD — A controversy has erupted in Telangana’s Nizamabad district after a video allegedly showing a BJP leader slapping an Urdu teacher during a dispute over language classes in a school went viral on social media. All this while, policemen present at the scene stood by silently.
The incident reportedly took place on Saturday (27 June) at Bharat Chandra School in Armur town of Nizamabad district. The video has triggered widespread discussion online, with many users questioning the treatment of teachers and raising concerns about the handling of the matter by authorities.
According to local reports, several BJP leaders entered the school premises and objected to Urdu being taught to students. They allegedly accused the school administration of teaching Urdu songs and introducing religious content to children.
The controversy intensified when an Urdu teacher attempted to explain the school’s position. According to allegations made by school staff, one of the BJP leaders became angry during the exchange and slapped the teacher in the presence of police personnel.
The video of the incident has since circulated widely on social media platforms, drawing reactions from political activists, educators and members of the public.
Critics argued that teachers should be treated with respect regardless of their religion, language or community background.
According to reports, BJP leaders claimed that their children were being taught Urdu songs, that Urdu text appeared in study material and that changes in the behaviour of students had raised concerns among some parents.
These allegations led to protests and heated exchanges inside the school premises.
Meanwhile, police have registered cases against members of both sides.
According to reports, Armur Station House Officer Satyanarayana said a case has been registered against local BJP president Balu and others on allegations of criminal intimidation, trespassing into the school premises and assault.
At the same time, cases have also been registered against school principal Aamir Khan and Urdu teacher Huma.
Police have alleged that Urdu classes were being conducted without the required permissions and have invoked provisions relating to promoting enmity between groups under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
The decision to register cases against school staff has raised questions among some observers, who have asked how an Urdu teacher could have been appointed if the teaching of the language was not authorised.
Police officials have not announced any arrests in the case so far.
Authorities said the investigation remains ongoing and that further action will be taken after examining all available evidence, including video footage and statements from those involved.
Speaking about the incident, Urdu teacher Aamir, a resident of Ziarat Nagar, alleged that he was carrying out duties assigned by the school management when he was assaulted.
“I was only teaching Urdu as instructed by the school management. I was slapped and subjected to abusive behaviour in the presence of police personnel,” he said.
Officials have appealed for calm and said all aspects of the case will be investigated before any conclusions are reached.
The incident has once again brought attention to debates surrounding language education, the role of schools in teaching regional and minority languages, and the treatment of teachers carrying out their assigned responsibilities.
