6-year-old Pranay Teja tragically died on Thursday at Little Garden School in Visakhapatnam after allegedly being struck by a teacher for incomplete homework.
- The Incident: CCTV footage reportedly shows the teacher hitting Pranay with a stick, causing him to collapse into her lap from fear and shock.
- Delayed Notice: The school failed to notify the parents; local workers near the family's home alerted them around noon.
- Hospital Arrival: Pranay was rushed to King George Hospital, where doctors declared him dead on arrival, estimating he passed away 30 minutes earlier.
- Family Claims: His father stated Pranay was in perfect health and eager to take his upcoming exams. Relatives gathered at the hospital, alleging physical punishment was routinely used on other students.
- Investigation: Authorities registered a case and initiated an inquiry. The official cause of death awaits post-mortem results.
