Raped by school peon, 3 others, Dalit girl writes to PM for help

DHNS

June 13, 2017

Bagalkot, Jun 13: A Dalit girl from a village in the taluk has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, seeking justice, after she was raped three months ago by the peon at her school and his three accomplices.

The victim has marked copies of the letter, translated into English with the help of a teacher, to Union Minister for Women and Child Development Maneka Gandhi, the state women’s commission, the chief executive officer of the zilla panchayat, the office of the superintendent of police and the Hubballi office.

The suspect, Vijaykumar Kalavvagol, and the others, whose identities the victim does not know, tricked her into going with them in a car on the pretext of taking her to Bagalkot for availing benefits given to SC/ST students.

On the way, the suspects drugged her by offering her a cool drink and assaulted her sexually. The girl regained consciousness after three hours, returned home and was down with fever at night. After she was taken to the doctor by her mother, he told her that the girl had been raped and asked the mother to approach the police.

The girl’s father was not keen on filing a complaint, fearing consequences, and she was sent to her aunt’s house. The victim then underwent treatment at a hospital.

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SMR Public School’s ‘EXCELLENTIA’ highlights academic excellence and holistic growth

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December 16,2025

Melkar (Bantwal): The 9th Annual Day celebration of SMR Public School, titled “EXCELLENTIA”, was held on December 15 with great enthusiasm and dignity, marking a significant milestone in the institution’s journey towards academic excellence and holistic development.

The programme was inaugurated by Dr. U. T. Iftikar Ali. The chief guests were Dr. Akhtar Hussain, Mr. P. Moosabba Beary, Mr. Zakaria Jokattre, and Dr. T. M. Abdul Rahuf—whose inspiring addresses motivated the students and appreciated the school’s contributions to education.

Mr. Abdul Nasir, Mr. Ibrahim Gadiyar, Mr. Razak Golthamajal, Mr. Sali Koya, Mr. Arshad Hussain, Mr. Ismail Balanoor, Mr. Feroz Bawa, Mr. Sahul Hameed, Mr. Abubakkar, Mr. Hameed K. Mani, Mr. Abdul Majeed (Principal, Melkar Women’s College), and Mr. Abdul Lathief (Former Principal, Melkar Women’s College) were the guests of honour.

The Annual Report was presented by the Headmistress, Ms. Fathimathul Zaheera, highlighting the school’s achievements and progress during the academic year. The Presidential Address was delivered by the Chairman of SMR Public School, Dr. Haji S. M. Rasheed, who emphasised the vital role of education in shaping students’ futures and stressed the importance of discipline, dedication, and consistent effort in achieving 100 per cent academic results.

Secretary of SMR Public School, Mr. Rifath Ahmed, and PTA President, Mr. Sandeep Kumar, were also present on the occasion.

The Annual Day celebration showcased the collective efforts of students and teachers and reaffirmed the school’s commitment to quality education and all-round development. The programme concluded with a vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to all dignitaries, parents, and well-wishers for their support. The 9th Annual Day—EXCELLENTIA—was a memorable and successful event, leaving a lasting impression on everyone present.

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