Viral Video: Bihar Principal Caught On Camera Stealing Eggs Meant For Mid-Day Meal Scheme Watch

(MENAFN- Live Mint) The principal of a government school In Vaishali district of Bihar was caught stealing eggs meant for students under the Mid-Day Meal (MDM) scheme. A video of the theft went viral on social media, prompting the education department to investigate the matter and confirm its authenticity. The incident occurred on December 13.

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In the viral video, Principal Suresh Sahni is seen taking eggs in a carry bag while the van delivers Mid-Day Meal (MDM) supplies to the school. Sources in the state education department revealed that a show-cause notice had been issued to Principal Sahni, giving him 24 hours to explain his actions or face disciplinary action.

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Vaishali's District Education Officer (DEO), Birendra Narayan, confirmed that the principal has been asked to provide an explanation.“Further disciplinary action will be initiated after receiving a reply from the principal,” he added, as reported by The New Indian Express.

As reported by India TV, the District Education Officer requested a written response from Principal Suresh Sahni and warned that action would be taken if no reply was received.

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Moreover, according to the report, following the incident, both villagers and school students cautioned Sahni against repeating his actions.

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