Class 10 Student Attacked With Chainsaw Inside Andhra School

New Delhi, 31 October 2026 A shocking act of violence inside a school classroom has raised serious concerns about student safety and security on educational campuses. A Class 10 girl was seriously injured after two unidentified youths allegedly attacked her with a chainsaw at a government school in Andhra Pradesh’s Anantapur district on Saturday. The incident occurred during school hours, while regular classes were underway. The attack took place at Raptadu Zilla Parishad High School in the presence of a teacher, according to preliminary information. The two assailants allegedly entered the classroom, attacked the student and fled the premises, leaving the chainsaw behind. The injured girl was immediately taken to a hospital, where she is currently undergoing treatment. Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu expressed shock over the incident and sought details from officials regarding the student's condition and the treatment being provided. He directed the police to apprehend the accused without delay and initiate legal proceedings. In a post on X, Naidu said he was personally monitoring the student's recovery and had instructed the medical team to provide her with priority care. He also assured swift legal action against those responsible. State Minister for IT, Human Resource Development and Real Time Governance Nara Lokesh also expressed shock, saying he was deeply distressed after seeing the injured student. He warned that those responsible would face strict action. BJP Andhra Pradesh president PVN Madhav, meanwhile, stressed that the safety of schoolchildren must be given the highest priority. The disturbing incident has brought school security under scrutiny, with the immediate focus on the victim's recovery and the prompt arrest of those involved.