In a shocking incident, Surendra Kumar Saxena, the 55-year-old principal of Dhamora Government Higher Secondary School in Madhya Pradesh’s Chhatarpur district, was shot dead by a Class 12 student on school premises.
The student allegedly followed Saxena into the school bathroom and shot him in the head. The gunshot triggered panic among staff and students. Upon investigation, staff members discovered the principal lying in a pool of blood.
According to Superintendent of Police Agam Jain, the accused student fled the scene on Saxena’s two-wheeler, accompanied by another student. Both students, reportedly from Dhilapur village, have a history of disciplinary issues and were captured on CCTV escaping from the school.
Family’s Allegations
Saxena’s family suspects the killing was premeditated. His brother, Rajendra Saxena, claimed that the principal had been under pressure and harassment from certain individuals at the school to engage in wrongful activities.
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“This murder appears to be part of a planned conspiracy,” said Rajendra Saxena.
Local police have launched an investigation, deploying forensic teams to gather evidence. Authorities are examining CCTV footage to trace the suspects and uncover the circumstances leading to the tragic incident.
The school remains in shock as the community mourns the loss of a dedicated educator who had served as principal for nearly five years. Further updates on the case are awaited as the investigation progresses.
