Boudh Teacher Penalized for Attending School Drunk, Inquiry Ordered
Authorities in the Harbhanga block of Boudh district have taken stern action against a primary school teacher accused of repeatedly attending school under the influence of alcohol.
Block Education Officer (BEO) Hadibandhu Behera suspended one day’s salary of Suramani Mallik, a teacher at Jharakhman Primary School, after multiple complaints from parents and villagers about his misconduct.
Reports allege that Mallik often arrived intoxicated, neglected teaching duties, spent time on his mobile phone, and frequently came late or remained absent without informing higher officials.
Earlier, on November 27, the BEO had issued show‑cause notices to 10 teachers for negligence of duty and withheld their salaries for one day.
However, Mallik’s repeated misconduct and failure to respond to earlier notices prompted sharper disciplinary measures.
The department has confirmed the allegations and launched a formal inquiry. Mallik has been directed to submit an explanation within 30 days (Letter No. 3114).
Behera emphasised that teachers must uphold discipline, attend school on time, and prioritise students’ education.
He warned that negligence will not be tolerated as the department continues to enforce accountability to strengthen the education system in the district.
