Uttar Pradesh, August 29: Ghaziabad witnessed a distressing incident as Uttar Pradesh Police apprehended a school principal on Tuesday, August 29, for allegedly sexually harassing multiple students aged between 12 and 15. The accused, identified as Dr Rajeev Pandey, stands accused of calling girls into his office under the pretext of work and then engaging in inappropriate physical contact, according to police reports.

According to multiple reports, the girls reportedly drafted a letter to Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, which they composed in blood, detailing the traumatic experiences they endured. The letter sheds light on the principal's alleged misconduct, asserting that he regularly summoned individual girls into his office and subjected them to unwanted advances. Fear of repercussions reportedly kept most of the girls silent initially. Ghaziabad Violence Video: Youths Engage in Violent Street Fight Over Parking Dispute in Indirapuram.

The letter further implicates the principal by suggesting his affiliation with the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) might have contributed to the lack of action taken against him. This disclosure adds a concerning dimension to the case. Upon learning about the distressing situation, several parents confronted the school authorities. This confrontation escalated into a verbal dispute, prompting the school to file a counter-complaint against the parents, alleging trespassing and assault. Ghaziabad Horror: Car With BJP Flag Sticker Runs Over Man Sitting on Road in Kavi Nagar, Driver Arrested After Disturbing Video Goes Viral.

Consequently, both parties face registered cases against them, the reports said. The case took another unexpected turn when the accused principal filed a counter-complaint against the parents, accusing them of assaulting him. The police are actively investigating the matter to determine the accuracy of the allegations on both sides. The investigation into the incident continues, with legal authorities working to uncover the truth behind the allegations of sexual harassment and assault. The case has garnered public attention and triggered a demand for swift justice from Chief Minister Adityanath.

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