The ENT doctor allegedly found that the boy’s eardrums in both ears were swollen and appeared to be close to rupturing.
He demanded action against everyone responsible, alleging that the school management had played a major role in the incident. Caretaker arrested, DoE orders probe into playschool Police have arrested the caretaker named in the case. The child’s father claimed that some of the other teachers were no longer available and had allegedly fled or gone absconding. The Directorate of Education (DoE) has also ordered an inquiry into the incident. Police are examining the CCTV footage and other evidence as part of the investigation.
The father said the family later accessed CCTV footage from the day the child had fallen ill. He was immediately taken to a paediatrician, who noticed that his eyes were swollen and advised the family to consult an ENT specialist. The family subsequently approached the school and asked the management whether the child had been assaulted.
“I hold the management, owners and principal responsible as well,” the father said, questioning whether school authorities had a duty to monitor CCTV footage and ensure the safety of children.