The key facts

  • A math teacher at school No. 15 in Ohangaron used physical force against a student on October 21, 2026, during a lesson in grade 7-A.
  • A video recording of the incident spread on social media.
  • An investigation is underway with the participation of the education department, law enforcement and the mahalla; reports of previous mistreatment are being examined.

Incident at school No. 15 in Ohangaron

At general education school No. 15 in the Ohangaron district of Tashkent region, a math teacher used physical force against a student during a lesson. According to the Department of Preschool and School Education of Tashkent region, the incident occurred on October 21, 2026, during a math lesson in grade 7-A. Video footage capturing the incident spread on social media.

Course of the investigation

At present, an investigation is being conducted with the participation of responsible staff of the department and the district department, the school council, law enforcement agencies, as well as representatives of the mahalla. Reports that the student had previously been subjected to mistreatment are also being examined.

Position of the department and next steps

The department emphasized that physical or psychological violence against children in the educational process is unacceptable. According to the department, the investigation will objectively assess the explanations of the student and his legal representatives, the teacher and witnesses, as well as available materials. The authorized bodies will give a legal assessment of the situation, and appropriate measures will be taken regarding any identified violations of the law. Additional information will be provided to the public based on the results of the investigation.