Arunachal: SIT takes over probe into Sainik School Niglok student’s death, 3 staff members arrested

The Superintendent of Police, Pankaj Lamba, issued an official update regarding the tragic incident at Sainik School Niglok that claimed the life of a Class 7 student, Master Tadu Haro, on November 1.

According to SP Lamba, three staff members, two House Masters and the House Superintendent have been arrested for alleged negligence in hostel supervision. The accused have been remanded to judicial custody for 14 and 18 days, respectively, as part of the ongoing investigation.

The police have seized CCTV footage from the school premises, which is now under detailed examination. Authorities confirmed that portions of the video will be shared with the parents of the deceased student to maintain transparency during the inquiry.

Preliminary assessment of the footage reportedly indicates the involvement of certain students in ragging activities, which may have played a role in the tragic death. The police emphasized that all available evidence is being scrutinized thoroughly and carefully.

In the wake of the incident, the administrative responsibility of the school has been handed over to the Vice Principal, with the institution now functioning under strict monitoring and enhanced supervision.

To ensure an impartial and in-depth investigation, the case has been transferred to the Crime Branch (Special Investigation Team), Itanagar, which will conduct further inquiry under close oversight.