CCTV footage examined by police purportedly showed the child being tied to a chair, kicked

A three-year-old boy was allegedly sexually assaulted at the educational facility

The incident came to light on August 19 after the child’s family noticed injuries to his private parts. The child was later shown photographs and CCTV footage from the school on August 24, following which he identified the accused, police said. The district magistrate has initiated the proceedings to seal the premises, while the police investigation into the incident is underway. An FIR was subsequently registered under relevant provisions of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act and other applicable laws. The accused was arrested from the school premises. CCTV footage examined by police purportedly showed the child being tied to a chair, kicked and held by his ears. The footage also allegedly showed his food being taken away before he could eat.

The case had earlier prompted scrutiny of the school after the child’s family alleged that he had also been physically assaulted. (The victim’s identity has not been revealed to protect his privacy as per Supreme court directives on cases related to sexual assault)