A Class 12 student of a government school in Mayiladuthurai district on Tuesday attempted to end her life on the school premises after being allegedly pulled up by the headmaster for refusing to give a statement in his favour during an ongoing dispute among teachers.The incident occurred at Government Higher Secondary School in Keelaperumpallam, where a dispute between the in-charge headmaster, Indrakumar, and some teachers has reportedly been ongoing for the past few days. An inquiry into the issue is being conducted by officials from the School Education Department.According to sources, the headmaster had allegedly been asking students to speak in his favour during the inquiry and provide statements against other teachers. A class 12 female student was reportedly asked to support the headmaster before the inquiry officials.Since she refused, the headmaster allegedly scolded the student. Following this, she did not attend school the next day. However, her parents sent her to school on Tuesday.Fearing that she would be scolded again, the student allegedly consumed kerosene on the school premises. Fellow students who noticed the incident alerted the teachers, following which she was taken to the government hospital, where she is undergoing treatment.On receiving information, the Chief Educational Officer visited the hospital and inquired with the student.The Poompuhar police have registered a case and are investigating.Assistance for overcoming suicidal thoughts is available on the State’s health helpline 104, Tele-MANAS 14416, and Sneha’s suicide prevention helpline 044-24640050. Published - August 25, 2026 08:05 pm IST