In a deeply disturbing incident from Tamil Nadu’s Coimbatore district, a Class 8 student was allegedly made to write her exams outside the classroom after she began menstruating. The girl, a student of Swamy Chidbhavanda Matric Higher Secondary School in Senguttaipalayam village, was subjected to this treatment on two separate occasions — during her science exam on April 7 and again on April 9 during her social science exam.
Viral Video Sparks Outrage
The incident came to light after the girl’s mother rushed to the school and found her daughter sitting alone outside the classroom during the exam. Shocked by the discrimination, the mother recorded a video of the scene and shared it online. The footage quickly went viral, triggering a wave of condemnation across social media platforms.
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According to reports, the girl began menstruating on April 5, just two days before the science exam. Despite the natural occurrence, the school allegedly decided to isolate her from her classmates during the tests.
Authorities Begin Probe
Following public outcry, the girl’s mother approached education officials demanding action against the school management. Local villagers have also expressed anger and plan to meet the Pollachi sub-collector to press for justice.
Coimbatore District Collector Pawan Kumar Giriappanavar confirmed that the Coimbatore Rural Police have launched an investigation into the matter. He said, “Strict action will be taken against the school if found guilty.” The Inspector of Matriculation Schools has also been asked to submit a detailed report.
Allegations of Caste Discrimination
Dalit rights activists have strongly condemned the incident, calling it a shameful reflection of social and institutional prejudice. One activist stated, “This is not just gender-based discrimination, but also caste-based. The school must be held accountable.”
The Tamil Nadu Education Department is expected to issue a formal statement once the inspector’s report is reviewed.
The case has reignited a wider conversation about the stigma surrounding menstruation in India, especially in educational institutions. Activists and citizens alike are now demanding structural reforms and sensitivity training to ensure such incidents are never repeated.
