Students Made To Travel In Goods Vehicles For School Trip In Karnataka, Headmaster Suspended

In Balanje village, Karnataka, a shocking incident occurred when students were transported to a school trip in an open pickup truck and a tipper truck. The practice has raised significant concerns among parents and the local community regarding the safety and well-being of the children. Following the public outcry, the headmaster of the school involved has been suspended pending an investigation. This incident has highlighted ongoing issues in school transportation safety in rural areas, where inadequate resources often lead to unsafe practices. Local authorities have stated that they will review transportation protocols to prevent such incidents from recurring in the future, emphasizing the importance of ensuring a safe learning environment for students. Parents are calling for stricter regulations and better oversight of school transportation to safeguard their children on school outings.