Jharkhand Chappal Row: IAS Officer Warns Teachers - Come in Slippers, Get Beaten With Them! [Watch Viral Video]

Ranchi: An IAS officer from Jharkhand, Aditya Ranjan, has sparked controversy after an audio-video of him issuing threats to teachers went viral. In the video, he is heard warning teachers about wearing slippers to school, causing an uproar among the teaching community.

Aditya Ranjan, who also serves as the Director of the Education Project, was recorded during a workshop making the controversial statement. In the video, he can be heard saying, "If any teacher comes to school wearing slippers, we will beat them with the same slippers so they will never wear them again."

Teachers' Outrage and Demands

Following Ranjan's statement, teachers expressed their anger and demanded his removal from his position. The Teachers' Association submitted a memorandum to Chief Minister Hemant Soren, requesting Ranjan's immediate dismissal. In protest, teachers have been attending school barefoot or wearing slippers for the past two days.

Planned Protests

The inappropriate remarks made by Aditya Ranjan have led to widespread dissatisfaction among teachers. Reports indicate that the teachers plan to take to the streets, demanding his removal from office. This incident highlights the growing tension between the education authorities and teachers in Jharkhand.

This controversy continues to unfold as both sides await a resolution, with teachers determined to hold their ground until their demands are met.