A serious allegation has been levelled against the headmaster of a primary school in Nauhjheel in the district for allegedly brainwashing young children and forcing them to perform prayers, as well as promoting a particular religion.
Taking cognisance of the matter, the Basic Education Officer (BSA) of Mathura has suspended the headmaster, considering him prima facie guilty.
In this regard, Durgesh Pradhan, the BJP Bajna Mandal President, submitted a complaint letter to the BSA, alleging that the headmaster, Jan Mohammad, was luring children and influencing them towards Islam, brainwashing them, and forcing them to perform prayers. The complaint also stated that he insulted Hindu deities and made objectionable remarks about Hinduism.
The complaint further mentioned that Tablighi preachers were brought to the school premises in the presence of the headmaster, who pressured the children to convert to Islam. The children were also told that Islam is the best religion in the world.
The most serious allegation is that the national anthem was not sung at the school. If the children tried to sing the national anthem, they were scolded, and the headmaster himself never sang it.
Objections have also been raised regarding his conduct towards women. The complaint stated that women were unable to complain openly due to fear of defamation.
Acting on the complaint letter, the BSA Mathura, based on the report received from the Block Education Officer (BEO), considered Headmaster Jan Mohammad prima facie guilty and suspended him with immediate effect.
He has been attached to Primary School Nagla Humayun, Mant. The BSA has constituted a two-member inquiry committee comprising the BEO Chhata and BEO Mant to conduct a detailed investigation into the entire matter and submit a report soon.