A woman teacher of a school in Baliapal in the district has levelled allegations of sexual harassment against the Headmaster of the school.
As per the complainant, the Headmaster of Jathia Upper Primary High School was sexually harassing her for the last one year.
The Sanskrit teacher, who joined the school in 2003, alleged that Headmaster Ratikant Jena used to call her frequently over the phone after school hours and even took her pictures without her consent. She also alleged that the Headmaster has touched her inappropriately inside classroom and used to threaten her of dire consequences when she objects.
The woman further alleged even though she brought the matter to the notice of District Education Officer (DEO), and the district Collector seeking help, they didn’t help her.
With no option left, the woman along with her husband approached the Baliapal police seeking justice. Speaking to media, the victim said that she would commit suicide if she does not get justice.
“He threatened me of eliminating my husband and dismissing me from the job if I divulge anything in front of anyone. The Headmaster started harassing me mentally when I brought the matter before the district administration,” said the teacher. But Jena refuted the allegation terming it as false and baseless.
School and Mass Education Minister Sameer Ranjan Dash on Wednesday said a report was sought from the Baleswar DEO in this connection and action would be taken once the report is received.