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Students' Hair Cut While Sleeping in Andhra Hostel: School Denies Intruder Theory
A complaint at a Gurukulam school in Andhra Pradesh's Palnadu district alleges that female students discovered their hair had been cut overnight while they slept in their hostel. School authorities have rejected claims of external involvement, attributing the incident to pranks by fellow students.
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Female students at a residential school in Palnadu district, Andhra Pradesh, woke to discover their hair had been cut while they slept in the girls' hostel, triggering widespread social media discussion over the past several days.
Initial reports suggested that unidentified outsiders had breached the school premises during the night and targeted the students. The claim fueled concerns about security lapses at the educational institution and raised questions about protective measures for boarders.
However, school management has since dismissed the intrusion narrative. Officials stated that the incident resulted from mischief by other students rather than external perpetrators. The school's position directly contradicts the initial account circulated on social media platforms.
The incident has sparked debate about dormitory safety protocols and student conduct at residential schools in the region. Education authorities in Andhra Pradesh have not yet issued an official statement regarding the matter or any investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident.