Class 7 student attempts suicide after 'punishment' by teacher in Bengaluru

A Class 7 student in Bengaluru attempted suicide after being punished by a teacher on July 14, 2026.

The student was reprimanded for alleged mischief and asked to leave the classroom.

Before the attempt, the boy informed his sister.

He is hospitalized and receiving treatment; parents are in trauma and have not filed a complaint.

Police are conducting a detailed inquiry to determine if harassment or severe punishment occurred.