A 15‑year‑old student was struck by a classmate wielding a sharp object during a routine lesson at South Point School in Kolkata on Wednesday at 12:29 p.m. The attack unfolded in front of a teacher, with reports suggesting a heated argument over books may have escalated into violence.
The boy sustained a laceration to his neck and multiple injuries to the fingers of his left hand. He was given first aid on campus before being taken to a nearby hospital where surgeons repaired the wounds; he is currently stable.
School officials dispatched the victim to the emergency department and immediately informed his parents, who arrived on the scene. The school has offered emotional support to the family and announced that counselors will be available for any student affected by the incident.
Local police were notified after the school filed a complaint. No suspect has been detained yet; investigators are reviewing the circumstances and the school’s statement is under scrutiny.
The incident has left students, teachers, and parents in shock. The school pledged to take measures to maintain a safe environment and will provide ongoing counseling for witnesses and staff.
Investigations are ongoing, and authorities expect to release further details once the police have completed their inquiry.