Teachers protest, demand rescue of abducted colleagues, pupils

In March 2024, teachers in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh staged a protest demanding the rescue of several colleagues who had been abducted by alleged criminal gangs. The educators blocked roads and held rallies, urging the state government and police to locate and free the missing teachers while also calling for better security for school staff and students. The protest highlighted concerns over safety in schools and pressured authorities to act swiftly to recover the abducted teachers and protect pupils. Views Nigeria