Chainsaw Attack in Andhra Classroom Leaves Two Girls Injured
A shocking incident occurred in Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh, where a man armed with a chainsaw attacked two schoolgirls during class.
The attack happened at Zilla Parishad High School in Raptadu, injuring two girls, one critically.
The assailant, identified as Hemanth, was arrested shortly after fleeing the scene.
Authorities, including the Chief Minister, have condemned the attack and called for swift justice.
On Saturday morning, a terrifying incident unfolded at a government school in Raptadu village, Anantapur district, Andhra Pradesh. A 21-year-old man entered a Class 10 classroom armed with a chainsaw and attacked two girls, resulting in serious injuries to both, with one girl in critical condition. The attack occurred around 10:30 am while lessons were ongoing and a teacher was present in the classroom.
Following the assault, both victims were immediately rushed to the Government General Hospital in Anantapur for urgent medical care. One of the girls is currently undergoing critical surgery and is expected to be airlifted to a hospital in Bengaluru for further treatment. The incident has left the school community in shock and fear, prompting an urgent response from local authorities.
The suspect, identified as Hemanth alias Dummu, reportedly fled the scene after the attack but was apprehended later at the Dharmavaram railway station. Preliminary reports indicate that he is from Nagalur in the Dharmavaram mandal of Sri Sathya Sai district and is believed to be a distant relative of one of the victims. Police are investigating the motives behind this violent act and are working to piece together the events leading up to the attack.
The incident has sparked widespread outrage, with Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu expressing his deep concern over the attack. He stated on social media that such acts against young girls in educational institutions are unacceptable and assured that the government is prioritizing the victims' recovery and pursuing the harshest penalties for the perpetrator. Education Minister Nara Lokesh echoed these sentiments, emphasizing the need for safety in schools and condemning the brutality of the act.
As investigations continue, the local community is left grappling with the implications of this attack on school safety and the protection of students. Authorities are under pressure to ensure that such incidents do not recur and to reinforce security measures in educational institutions across the region. The focus now shifts to the victims' recovery and the legal proceedings against the accused, with calls for justice resonating throughout the community.
