In Nilphamari Sadar, allegations of molesting a second-grade student have been brought against Dwijendranath Roy, the headmaster of Kismat Bhutiyan Government Primary School in Palashbari union. Following the incident, the headmaster has remained absent from the school, and locals allege he has a history of similar misconduct that was previously covered up through local settlements.
Visiting the school, it was found that the headmaster has been coming for the past two days only to sign the attendance register before leaving for the education office, without handing over charge or logging movements properly. Locals and parents expressed outrage over repeated allegations, noting that children are now afraid to go to school.
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Upazila Primary Education Officer Jajizul Alam Mandal stated that the headmaster has been visiting the education office regarding a transfer matter based on an MP's DO letter, but noted that a written complaint is required to take formal action regarding the harassment allegations, while unauthorized absence from school will be investigated.
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