Assam Shocker: Class 9 Student Killed by His Classmate Over Fight

A student studying in standard 9 was killed by one of his classmates inside the school premises following a fight between them. The incident took place in Assam 's Darrang district on Monday, police said. The deceased student was named Bhabesh Deka, a student at Padum Pukhuri High School, according to a police official.

Prakash Sonowal, SP of Darrang, arrived at the crime scene and stated that authorities were alerted after the headmaster of the school informed the local police station about the incident.

"According to teachers, the two students fought over a disagreement, resulting in one student sustaining serious injuries. The teachers took him to the hospital, where doctors declared him dead," he added.

Police have detained the headmaster, along with six other teachers and a grade-IV staff member, Sonowal said. "The inspector of schools will conduct an inquiry to determine if there was any negligence on the part of the school. I will also submit a report to the district commissioner," he added.