Ahmedabad School Stabbing Shocks Community, Raises Questions Over Juvenile Violence
“Maar Nahi Daalna Tha” — You Shouldn’t Have Killed Him
These haunting words, spoken by a friend of the accused, emerged from a chilling Instagram chat after a 10th-grade student was stabbed to death by his junior outside a school in Ahmedabad’s Khokhra area.
The incident has not only sparked widespread protests but also raised serious concerns about school safety and youth violence.
What Happened: A Day That Turned Deadly
- Victim: Nayan Santani, Class 10 student
- Accused: Class 8 student, minor
- Location: Outside Seventh-Day Adventist Higher Secondary School, Ahmedabad
- Date: Tuesday afternoon
After school ended, Nayan stepped out of the building when he was surrounded by a group of juniors, including the accused. A verbal altercation quickly turned physical, leading the Class 8 boy to pull out a knife and stab Nayan.
CCTV Footage and Immediate Aftermath
- Nayan was seen walking back into school, clutching his wounded abdomen.
- He was rushed to a private hospital in Maninagar, where he succumbed to his injuries.
- The accused fled towards the back of the school but was spotted by a security guard, who alerted authorities.
- A First Information Report (FIR) has been registered, and the minor is detained under the Juvenile Justice Act.
Instagram Chat Reveals No Remorse
Police recovered a conversation between the accused and a friend that reveals the boy’s casual confession and disturbing attitude:
Key Messages from the Chat:
- Friend: “Bhai tumne chaku mara tha?” (Did you stab him?)
- Accused: “Haan to.” (Yes, so?)
- Friend: “Maar deta. Maar nahi daalna tha.” (You could have just hit him. You shouldn’t have killed him.)
- Accused: “Chord na. Ab jo hogaya vo hogaya.” (Let it be. What’s done is done.)
In another message, the accused even says:
“To bolde ki ***** ne mara.”
(“Then tell them that I stabbed him.”)
What Led to the Attack?
The accused claimed he acted after Nayan mocked and threatened him, allegedly saying:
“Kon hai tu? Kya kar lega tu?”
(“Who are you? What will you do?”)
This statement, according to the accused, triggered the violent outburst.
Public Reaction and Protests
- Angry protests erupted in the Khokhra locality following the incident.
- Parents and community members are demanding:
- Increased campus security
- Strict disciplinary measures
- Counseling for students involved in conflicts
Legal and Administrative Action
- The accused has been detained as per juvenile law.
- The police are investigating all angles, including how the minor accessed a weapon.
- The school is under pressure to review safety protocols.
A Call for Stronger School Safety and Counseling
This tragic case has highlighted the urgent need for:
- Better conflict resolution programs in schools
- Mental health support for students
- Stricter weapon access control
- Parental and school intervention at early signs of behavioral issues
As investigations continue, Nayan Santani’s death stands as a harsh reminder that even minor disputes can turn fatal — and that preventive action is essential.
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