Class 3 student attacks special-needs KG girl with stones, flowerpot; continues even after she loses consciousness

Panchkula: A kindergarten student with special needs was left critically injured after a Class 3 student allegedly assaulted her with stones and a flowerpot at Sanskriti Model School in Sector 20, Panchkula.

The incident reportedly took place on the school premises, where the older student allegedly struck the girl repeatedly with stones before using a flowerpot to attack her. The assault is said to have continued even after the child lost consciousness.

The accused student also allegedly dragged the injured girl following the attack.

After the incident came to light, the girl was taken to the Civil Hospital in Sector 6, Panchkula. However, given the seriousness of her injuries, doctors referred her to the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER) in Chandigarh for specialised treatment.

Her condition remains critical, according to reports.

Following information about the assault, Sector 20 Station House Officer Yashdeep and Investigating Officer Pradeep Kumar reached the school with a police team.

The parents of the Class 3 student accused of attacking the girl are also being questioned as part of the investigation. Officials are trying to understand the events leading up to the incident and what happened inside the school premises.

The incident has raised concerns about the safety of young children in schools, particularly the supervision and monitoring arrangements on campus.

Further details about the circumstances of the incident and the school’s response are awaited.