UP teacher dies by suicide; family alleges harassment by school management

Jalaun: A teacher posted at a junior high school here allegedly died by suicide on Monday, shooting himself with his licensed firearm, police said. According to the police, the deceased's son has alleged that his father was facing harassment by the school management, prompting him to take the extreme step.

Circle Officer (CO) Ambuj Yadav said Aniruddh Kumar (55), an assistant teacher at a junior high school in Gopalpura village under Madhavgarh police station limits, shot himself at his residence around 10 am. He said Kumar was critically injured and died on the way to the hospital.

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Following the information about his death, the police sent the body for postmortem examination. Yadav said Kamrendra Pal, the son of the deceased teacher, submitted a written complaint claiming Kumar took the extreme step due to harassment by the school authorities. The officer said the matter is being investigated and further action will be taken after completion of the probe.

If you know someone – friend or family member – at risk of suicide, please reach out to them. Those in distress or having suicidal thoughts or tendencies could seek help and counselling by calling 9820466726 or visiting AASRA’s official website or can call iCALL on 9152987821. Here are some more helpline numbers of suicide prevention organisations that can offer emotional support to individuals and families.