Teacher Dismissed from Hyderabad School Over Controversial Homework Assignment

A teacher in Hyderabad has been dismissed following a controversy over a homework assignment that required a six-year-old Hindu student to read Islamic religious material. The child's family raised concerns about the appropriateness of the assignment, leading to an investigation by authorities. The school management confirmed the teacher's termination, while political figures and organizations have called for further action against the school. This incident raises important questions about the intersection of education and religious content in schools.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jul 16, 2026, 16:38 IST

Teacher Terminated Following Homework Controversy

In Hyderabad, Telangana, a private school teacher has been dismissed from their position due to a dispute regarding homework. The issue arose when a six-year-old Hindu student was reportedly instructed to read material related to Islamic religious practices. Authorities have stated that they received a complaint from a relative of the student and are currently investigating the allegations. Further actions will be determined based on the investigation's findings.

Family Questions Religious Content in Homework

The controversy began when the child's family raised concerns about the instructions written in the student's homework diary. According to reports, the boy's aunt indicated that the assignment required him to read information related to a key belief in Islam. She mentioned that she approached school officials regarding the matter, claiming that the principal stated it was essential for all students to adhere to this religious topic. The aunt also alleged that the teacher later claimed the instructions in the child's book were written by mistake. While discussing the incident and showing the school diary, she asserted that religious homework should only be assigned to students who wish to engage with it voluntarily. She has called for action from the education department.

School Management Confirms Teacher's Dismissal

Following the controversy, the school management confirmed on Thursday that the teacher involved has been terminated. However, officials did not provide further details regarding the decision.

Political and VHP Reactions

The incident has drawn sharp criticism from Union Minister of State for Home Affairs, Bandi Sanjay Kumar, and the Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP), both of whom have demanded action against the school. Expressing strong disapproval of the situation, Bandi Sanjay Kumar called for accountability from the school management.