Govt school teacher arrested for sexually harassing girl students

CHIKKODI: A government primary school teacher was arrested by the Chikkodi police on Friday night for allegedly sexually harassing girl students for the last six months. The teacher, Sadiq Baig, has been booked under the POCSO Act.

A few days ago, one of the victims revealed about the sexual harassment to her parents following which they lodged a complaint with the Chikkodi police. At least 10 other students too alleged sexual harassment at the hands of Sadiq Baig.

Further investigation is under way.