Death of tribal girl: Maharashtra Women’s Commission flags lapses at government-run residential school

Key Points

1. Rupali Chakankar, chairperson of the Maharashtra State Women's Commission, investigated the death of a 16-year-old tribal student.
2. The incident occurred at a government-run residential school in Moroshi, Murbad tehsil, Thane district.
3. A Class X student was found dead on December 25, 2025.
4. A 17-year-old boy was detained under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and POCSO Act.
5. Parents complained about harsh discipline at the school.
6. Girls returning from vacation were allegedly forced to undergo urine pregnancy tests.
7. School principal Pralhad Bhoi and warden Jayashree Waghadhe have been suspended.
8. The commission ordered a complete inquiry into the school's affairs starting January 5, 2026.