In response to the public outcry, Professor Mamata Gautam, involved in the incident, clarified her actions in a video, asserting her support for the 'Jai Shri Ram' slogan and claiming her intervention was to prevent discord. In the video, it can be seen that the teacher was speaking rudely to the student.
Does a teacher, a prominent figure in a student's life, speaking with such aggression seem appropriate? Is it right for a teacher to confront a student just because they are a teacher? The incident also raised concerns about the misjudgment of the student's actions, as the video clearly shows that the student was responding to the crowd. Moreover, the teacher's comments about 'Jai Shri Ram' being 'bekaar ki baatein' in a cultural fest, a platform meant to showcase Indian culture, are questionable. It's essential to remember that disrespecting any religion is wrong, and such actions go against the principles of mutual respect and understanding that education should foster. The incident not only questions the actions of these two teachers but also brings to light the issue of teacher bias and aggression in conveying their personal ideologies. Moreover, the threat issued by the teacher and the misjudgment of the student's argument must be addressed and clarified. A teacher should be an impartial guide, not someone who displays aggression and bias in their actions and words. This incident should serve as a reminder to reflect on the values and principles we uphold in educational institutions.
Meanwhile, the college director, Sanjay Singh, assured the formation of an investigation committee, leading to the suspension of the two faculty members involved. Simultaneously, the Ghaziabad police initiated an inquiry, promising to act based on the committee's findings.