Kheda teacher accused of caning students surrenders, gets bail

Zala, who taught at a government primary school at Sarkhehj village in Kathlal taluka of Kheda district, surrendered around 4 pm. He was booked under sections 323 (voluntarily causing hurt) and 504 (intentional insult) of the Indian Penal Code.

Meanwhile, at a meeting, parents and residents of Sarkhej agreed to put the matter to rest after Zala reportedly agreed to seek a transfer from the school.

“Village sarpanch Dalpatsinh Rathod and parents have agreed to let the teacher work here in the best interest of students. Zala would seek a transfer during annual transfer camp next year,” said school principal Babu Dabhi.