Another school shocker: Class 10 girl attacked with chainsaw in, throat slit; accused arrested
The injured girl was taken to Anantapur Hospital, where currently she is receiving the treatment.
PTC News Desk: A Class 10 student was critically injured after a man allegedly attacked her with a saw inside her classroom at Zilla Parishad High School in Raptadu, Anantapur district, Andhra Pradesh. Another student was also injured in the attack, which took place during school hours.
According to the reports, the attacker entered the school and assaulted the girl with a chainsaw, causing serious injuries to her face and head. The incident caused panic among students and school staff.
The injured girl was taken to Anantapur Hospital, where she is receiving treatment.
Chief Minister speaks to victim's mother
Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu expressed shock over the attack and said he was closely monitoring the girl’s recovery. He spoke with officials about her condition and treatment, and directed doctors to give her the highest priority and provide the best possible care.
Naidu also called the girl’s mother, offered his support and assured her that the government would do everything possible to help the family. He urged her to stay strong and said every effort would be made to save the student’s life. He also promised that the accused would be caught and punished.
In a post on X, CM Naidu said he was "deeply shaken and enraged" by the attack on the schoolgirl. He said those who target young girls inside schools have no place in society and added that he was personally tracking her recovery.
"I am personally tracking her recovery and have directed the medical team to give her the highest priority care. I have ordered the police to hunt down the monster responsible and deliver the harshest legal punishment swiftly," he wrote.
Andhra Pradesh Minister Nara Lokesh also expressed anguish over the attack, describing it as an inhuman act against a young girl in a place meant for learning and safety.
In his post on X, Lokesh said Naidu had directed the police to take swift and stringent action against the accused and ensure he was brought to justice.
"The safety and dignity of every girl and woman are paramount. Such acts of brutality will not be tolerated," he said.
The Chief Minister spoke with local MLA Paritala Sunitha about the medical care being provided to the girl. He also asked about the second injured student and directed officials to ensure that both students received proper treatment.
Police registered a case and launched an investigation. The accused was arrested within hours of the attack. The investigation is ongoing.