Assam: Residents demand action against miscreants harassing school students in Bongaigaon

Residents of Lengtisinga in Bongaigaon district have voiced their grievances regarding the increasing incidents of harassment by a group of miscreants who have repeatedly targeted students in the area.

Despite the residents’ repeated pleas to the school administration for intervention, no decisive action has been taken to curb the harassment. The situation escalated when a group of unidentified youths attempted to disrupt the peace in the region, intensifying the community's fears. 

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Allegations have surfaced that these miscreants are exploiting the absence of teachers to carry out their acts, further endangering the students. Frustration within the community has grown, as the school's failure to address the issue has led to rising tensions.

The situation reached a critical point when frustrated residents, desperate to bring attention to the ongoing issue, turned to the media. The escalating tensions eventually led to the involvement of the police, who were called in to restore order on the school premises. The incident has highlighted the urgent need for effective measures to ensure the safety and well-being of students in Lentisinga.