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Chainsaw Attack Survivor Stable After Bengaluru Transfer
1 Nov
Summary
- Class 10 girl stable after chainsaw attack, transferred to Bengaluru.
- Minister N Lokesh Naidu to visit the injured student on Sunday.
- Suspect, a 21-year-old relative, arrested; another student injured.
A Class 10 student from Andhra Pradesh, who was attacked with a chainsaw on Saturday morning, is now in stable condition at Manipal Hospital in Bengaluru. She sustained severe injuries, including deep cuts to her neck, face, and abdomen, and a nearly severed right hand.
HRD and IT Minister N Lokesh Naidu stated that preliminary treatment was provided before arranging her swift transfer to Bengaluru. He is scheduled to visit her on Sunday and has been in constant communication with the medical team overseeing her orthopedic and plastic surgeries.
Authorities arrested a 21-year-old man, identified as a relative, in connection with the alleged assault. Another student who attempted to intervene was also injured and is recovering at the Anantapur Government Hospital.
In response to the fear and distress among students, Minister Naidu announced the deployment of 20 mental health counselors to the school and surrounding areas. These counselors are providing support to students and their parents, with a special focus on female students across multiple classes.
