Violence erupted in a Kalaburagi homeopathy college exam room after Assistant Professor Shivraj Kumar intervened in student Shahbaz’s blatant cheating. The professor’s attempt to maintain exam sanctity provoked a physical attack, intensifying debates on campus safety.
Details emerged from the Friday internal test on Homoeopathic Materia Medica. Shahbaz, glued to his phone for answers, drew the professor’s attention. Kumar’s prompt action—seizing papers and ejecting the offender—ignited fury, leading to the assault.
College officials notified the parents and banned Shahbaz from future sittings, signaling zero tolerance. Yet, the absence of a police complaint leaves the matter in limbo, with officers ready to proceed if prompted.
Karnataka’s education landscape is marred by parallel incidents. A Chikkamagaluru arrest in October 2025 involved a worker assaulting a teacher en route home. In Kollar, parent Chaudappa’s classroom rampage against teacher Manjula stemmed from grievances over his son’s attendance and prep issues.
These events expose vulnerabilities in academic environments, where enforcing standards invites retaliation. Educators demand fortified protections, from surveillance tech to swift judicial recourse. As the Kalaburagi probe looms, this serves as a clarion call for systemic change to shield those shaping tomorrow’s professionals.