Ahmedabad school stabbing: Boy killed by another student, protests erupt

A massive protest erupted outside a school in Ahmedabad on Wednesday, August 20, after a class 10 student died after being stabbed by his classmate.

The mob reportedly beat the Principal, teachers and the school’s staff, as per News18.

The incident happened on Tuesday, August 19, according to the police officials.

“Two students entered into a quarrel and one of them stabbed the other. Police registered an FIR yesterday itself. The accused was detained. During treatment, the injured child died,” Jaipal Singh Rathore, the Joint Commissioner of Police told reporters.

“So, his family, parents of other students and the Sindhi community have gathered here. Police personnel are here in adequate numbers. Further investigation is being done…The deceased child hailed from Sindhi community and the main accused is from Muslim community,” he added.

#WATCH | Ahmedabad, Gujarat: On the death of a student after being stabbed by another, Joint CP Jaipal Singh Rathore says, “…Two students entered into a quarrel and one of them stabbed the other. Police registered an FIR yesterday itself. The accused was detained. During… pic.twitter.com/SXM3ht8cmD

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The families protesting outside the school have demanded action against the school’s administration. The police has asked the people to submit a detailed written complaint.

(This is a developing story. Stay tuned for updates)