A classroom in Andhra Pradesh turned into a scene of horror after a 21-year-old man allegedly entered a government school carrying a power chainsaw and attacked two schoolgirls. The brutal incident took place in Anantapur district on Saturday morning, October 31. One of the injured students, a Class 10 girl, later died, while another student sustained injuries while attempting to intervene.
Attack Inside a Classroom
The incident occurred at Zilla Parishad High School in Raptadu mandal. According to preliminary information, the accused entered a classroom at around 10:30 AM while a lesson was underway.
He allegedly targeted a 15-year-old Class 10 student and attacked her with a power saw. The girl suffered critical injuries, including severe wounds to her head, neck and other parts of her body.
Another girl student who attempted to stop the attacker was also injured. Both students were rushed to the Government General Hospital in Anantapur for emergency medical treatment.
Accused Flees, Police Launch Search
The accused has been identified in preliminary police information as Hemanth, also known as Dummu, a 21-year-old man reportedly from Dharmavaram. He allegedly fled the school after the attack.
Police launched an investigation to trace the accused and establish the motive behind the assault. The circumstances under which he managed to enter the school premises with a dangerous power tool are also being examined.
CM Chandrababu Naidu Orders Strict Action
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu expressed deep anger and grief over the incident. He directed officials to ensure the best possible medical treatment for the injured students and instructed police to take swift action against the accused.
Education Minister Nara Lokesh also condemned the attack, stressing that the safety of girls and women must remain a priority.
The incident has raised serious concerns about student safety and security arrangements inside government schools. An investigation is underway to establish the complete sequence of events.