# Delhi School Probed for Operating Without Recognition, Faces Closure

Delhi officials investigate a school for lacking recognition and warn of closure under RTE Act.

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The Delhi government has launched an official probe into a school in the city after receiving information that the institution lacks proper recognition to operate. [^1]

A 12-year-old girl died on August 27 in East Vinod Nagar, India, more than a month after an alleged incident at her school. [^2]

The girl's family alleged that a teacher beat and scolded her in class for not carrying a book on July 22. [^3]

Ashish Sood warned that if violations, irregularities, or non-compliance with prescribed norms are established, strict action will be taken under the applicable provisions of the RTE Act and other relevant laws. [^4]

Delhi Education Minister Ashish Sood stated that officials are currently examining the school's documents to check if they meet the required norms. [^5]

The Education Minister stated that based on the findings of the inquiry, appropriate action including the closure of the school may be taken in accordance with the law. [^6]

Education Minister Ashish Sood said the teacher has been transferred with immediate effect to ensure a fair investigation. [^7]

The Delhi Government ordered an inquiry into the girl's death, the alleged incident, and the family's medical records. [^8]

## What this stands on

1. The Delhi government has launched an official probe into a school in the city after receiving information that the institution lacks proper recognition to operate. (Hindustan Times, News)
2. A 12-year-old girl died on August 27 in East Vinod Nagar, India, more than a month after an alleged incident at her school. (Daily Express, News)
3. The girl's family alleged that a teacher beat and scolded her in class for not carrying a book on July 22. (Daily Express, News)
4. Ashish Sood warned that if violations, irregularities, or non-compliance with prescribed norms are established, strict action will be taken under the applicable provisions of the RTE Act and other relevant laws. (Hindustan Times, News)
5. Delhi Education Minister Ashish Sood stated that officials are currently examining the school's documents to check if they meet the required norms. (Hindustan Times, News)
6. The Education Minister stated that based on the findings of the inquiry, appropriate action including the closure of the school may be taken in accordance with the law. (Hindustan Times, News)
7. Education Minister Ashish Sood said the teacher has been transferred with immediate effect to ensure a fair investigation. (Daily Express, News)
8. The Delhi Government ordered an inquiry into the girl's death, the alleged incident, and the family's medical records. (Daily Express, News)

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