Headmaster Suspended After Blast Injures Four Students in Udupi School
By ETF Desk
An explosive blast ripped through the premises of a primary school in Udupi district on Monday, injuring four students and prompting immediate evacuation of the campus.
The authorities believe the explosion was caused by a homemade device that detonated near the school’s playground. According to local police, the blast caused minor structural damage but no fatalities. All affected students were taken to a nearby hospital, where they were treated for mild injuries.
Following the incident, the school's headmaster, Mr. Rajesh Kumar, was suspended pending an inquiry by the district education office. Officials cited failure to enforce adequate safety protocols and insufficient supervision as the reasons for the suspension. The investigation will probe both the origins of the device and the staff’s compliance with school safety guidelines.
The incident has reignited concerns about security in schools across Karnataka, prompting the state government to review emergency preparedness plans. Parents of the injured students have called for stricter enforcement of safety measures and regular emergency drills.
Source: Google News – Udupi.